Cook (Part Time)

Thereserveatfairhope; Fairhope (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Excellent growth and advancement opportunities

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holiday Pay

Job summary

A premier senior living retirement community in Fairhope, Alabama, is seeking a Culinary Professional to assist in meal preparation and menu planning. You will ensure the highest standards of food quality and safety while providing nutritious meals for residents. Ideal candidates will have a culinary degree or equivalent experience, with at least 1 year in a food service role. Benefits include competitive pay and generous paid time off. Join our community where you can grow and thrive.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of related work experience in restaurant or food service.
• Must be capable of lifting up to 40 pounds unassisted.
• Physical ability to perform various tasks including bending and reaching.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning menus.
• Prepare food following planned menus and standardized recipes.
• Maintain sanitation and safety in food preparation areas.
• Assist in cleaning cooking area and kitchen equipment.
• Consult with Supervisor on menu and food preparation issues.
• Assist in cleaning of cooking area and equipment and consult with Supervisor on menu planning and care planning.

Skills

Food preparation regulation compliance

Sanitation and safety in food preparation

Menu planning assistance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

Culinary degree or equivalent work experience

Job description

About the Company

We are a premier senior living retirement community dedicated to creating a welcoming, warm environment for the residents who call our community home. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive rewards program, and a true team environment. If you are looking for a challenging and highly rewarding career, we want to hear from you!

What You Will Do

• Assist in planning menus.
• Prepare food following planned menus and standardized recipes and in compliance with all applicable food preparation regulations and guidelines. Maintain high standards of quality food production, nutrition, and portion control. Prepare sufficient quantity of food to meet requirements, ensure served at proper temperature, and maintain an attractive appearance and appealing taste.
• Maintain proper sanitation and safety in food preparation areas.
• Assist in cleaning of cooking area and other kitchen equipment and facilities.
• Consult with Supervisor on issues of menu planning, care planning, food preparation, therapeutic diets, etc.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Why You Are Qualified

The ideal candidate will have the following:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) preferred.
• Culinary degree or equivalent work experience preferred.
• At least 1 year of related work experience required, preferably in restaurant or food service environment.
• On a daily basis, throughout the workday: Must be capable of sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs, reaching, turning, bending, stooping, crouching and kneeling, reaching over the head, grasping with both hands, and fine manipulation. Must physically be able to lift up to 40 pounds unassisted.

Why You Should Apply

• Competitive pay.
• Great benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and more.
• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holiday Pay programs

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Hired candidates will be required to successfully complete a criminal background check, valid references, pre-employment drug test, physical and proof of employment eligibility. EOE.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.