Cook | Part Time | Weekends

Virginia Beach Operations LLC; United States; On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Harmony Senior Services in Virginia Beach, VA is seeking a Cook to prepare meals per approved menus and recipes for residents with special dietary needs. You will supervise dietary staff in the Dining Services Director's absence, maintain sanitation, and ensure safe temperatures and portion control.

Responsibilities include food preparation, menu substitutions with approval, training new dietary staff, attending in-service meetings, and keeping a clean, efficient kitchen ready for service,

Qualifications

• Must have experience in dining services.
• Must be Serv-Safe certified, or be willing to complete certification within 60 days of hire.
• Must have a basic understanding of food service operations including familiarity with other dietary position duties.
• Must possess the ability to read, write, and make simple calculations.
• Must be able to learn quickly and apply principles learned.
• Must be able to follow oral and written directions.
• Must be experienced in food preparation, cooking and in estimating quantities of food required.
• Knowledgeable of principles and requirements of sanitation and safety in handling food and equipment.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time and withstand temperature extremes, wet and/or humid conditions and noise.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs on a regular basis or at least eight (8) times per shift.
• Must be able to carry heavy objects for 20 feet.
• Must be able to pull, push, grasp, and reach adequately to perform necessary cooking activities.
• Must be organized and work well with people as part of a team.
• Must be in designated uniform (including slip resistant footwear) during working hours and maintain good personal hygiene.
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule that includes evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• The Cook prepares meals according to approved menus and recipes, taking into account the special dietary needs of residents.
• Supervise dietary staff in the absence of Dining Services Director to ensure efficient kitchen operation.
• Prepare and present menu items according to standard recipes and maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• Report faulty equipment and temperature issues to supervisor and assist in temperature monitoring.
• Ensure all leftovers are cooled, stored, identified and dated; monitor portion sizes to minimize waste.
• Make menu substitutions with approval of Dining Services Director and assist in training new dietary employees.
• Attend required in-service and staff meetings and be familiar with residents' dietary requests and changes.

Skills

Dining services experience

Food safety knowledge

Basic math calculations

Teamwork and communication

Education

Serv-Safe certification or willing to obtain within 60 days

Job description

2077 S. Independence Boulevard, Virginia Beach, Virginia 23453

Job Description

The Cook prepares meals according to approved menus and recipes, taking into account the special dietary needs of residents living in the community. In the absence of the Dining Services Director the cook supervises dietary staff to ensure efficient operation of the kitchen at all times. Prepare and present menu items according to standard recipes Maintain a clean and orderly work area at all times, including floors Participate in weekly cleaning routines planned by Dining Services Director Report faulty equipment, broken or chipped tableware and food trays to supervisor, and removes these items from meal service Report incorrect refrigerator and freezer temperatures to supervisor immediately. Must be recorded two times per day Ensure all leftover food is properly cooled, stored, identified and dated Observe good safety practices Monitor and control portion sizes to minimize food waste Remove frozen food items from freezer for next day (or meal) preparation, and begin preparation for next day meal Make appropriate menu substitutions when certain food items are not available. This is to be done only with approval of Dining Services Director Responsible for supervising all assigned duties to ensure kitchen is ready to provide meal service When working evening shift, responsible for ensuring kitchen area is clean and ready for next day operation Take and record food temperatures three (3) times/daily Attend required in-service and staff meetings Will become familiar with specific requests and diets of each resident. Must be alert for changes in residents’ dietary needs, as well as likes and dislikes Must be courteous and polite to all residents, visitors, and staff Follow confidentiality policies regarding release of resident information Supervises dietary staff in absence of Dining Services Director and Dining Services Supervisor Assists in training new dietary employees Conduct in-services and training at the direction of Dining Services Director Attends all required in-services and staff meetings

Requirements

• Must have experience in dining services
• Must be Serv-Safe certified, or be willing to complete certification within 60 days of hire
• Must have a basic understanding of food service operations including familiarity with other dietary position duties
• Must possess the ability to read, write, and make simple calculations.
• Must be able to learn quickly and apply principles learned
• Must be able to follow oral and written directions
• Must be experienced in food preparation, cooking and in estimating quantities of food required
• Knowledgeable of principles and requirements of sanitation and safety in handling food and equipment
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time and withstand temperature extremes, wet and/or humid conditions and noise
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs on a regular basis or at least eight (8) times per shift
• Must be able to carry heavy objects for 20 feet
• Must be able to pull, push, grasp, and reach adequately to perform necessary cooking activities
• Must be organized and work well with people as part of a team
• Must be in designated uniform (including slip resistant footwear) during working hours and maintain good personal hygiene
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule that includes evenings, weekends, and holidays

Pay Range:

$17/hr - $18.38/hr

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Why Harmony?

401k + Fulltime & Part-time Benefits Packages Training, Development & Career Laddering Great work-life balance Flexible Scheduling Harmony Senior Services is a certified Great Place To Work and one of the country’s fastest growing companies in the luxury senior living industry offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care in 45+ locations across the United States. Harmony Senior Services was founded on the belief that people deserve access to high quality senior living options. It is our honor to provide each resident, family member, and associate with the same care, compassion, and respect we would for our own family. We are a family serving families. Our team members are the foundation of the Harmony family, and we strive to create an environment where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. We are passionate about serving our residents and their families while fostering a meaningful and fulfilling workplace for our team.

Begin your journey with Harmony Senior Services and join one of the leaders in the senior living industry today!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.