Culinary Associate

Hebrew-Seniorlife-5; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Hebrew Senior Life in Boston is seeking a Floating Culinary Associate to support multiple schedules, campuses and assignments under the Culinary & Nutrition Manager. You will prepare and serve meals per established recipes, maintain portion control, and follow Kosher regulations to ensure quality dining experiences for patients and residents.

In this role you will communicate effectively with supervisory staff, assist with inventory and food handling, and participate in safety and infection

Qualifications

• Under the direction of a Culinary & Nutrition Manager, Floating Culinary Associate provides support across schedules and campuses.
• Follows Kosher regulations and established nutrition guidelines.
• Plates and serves food according to recipes with proper portion control.
• Maintains temperature logs and adherence to safety and infection control procedures.

Responsibilities

• Runs decentralized dining or main kitchen duties as assigned.
• Transports food and supplies to and from kitchens as directed.
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas, equipment, and storage spaces.
• Communicates production needs and waste to supervision for adjustments.
• Attends regular meetings and serves as a resource to staff and students.

Skills

Customer service

Team player

Communication

Food handling

Job description

Job Description:Job DescriptionI. Position Summary:Under the direction of a Culinary & Nutrition Manager, the Floating Culinary Associate provide support to different schedules, campuses and assignments to fill in open Culinary Associate position. Using established department methods and procedures, Culinary Associate performs any one of a variety of tasks listed below as directed by the Operations Supervisor. The Culinary Associate may work in the country kitchen/ households or RSU pod/ pantry.II. Core Competencies:Follows the Cultural Beliefs.Communicates with patients, families, and staff in a manner that conveys respect, caring and sensitivity.Provides a high level of customer service with patients and staff.Is aware and respects others’ cultures, values, and backgrounds and considers differences when communicating and interacting with patients, families, and staff.Works as a member of the team by pro-actively working to meet the patient and department needs.Has professionalism and values which contribute to the achievement of the mission of the Culinary and Nutrition Departments.Develops helpful and trusting relationships with patients, families and staff.Uses creative problem-solving to meet the needs of others.Acts as an advocate on behalf of patients as needed or appropriate.Maintains confidentiality of patient information.III. Position Responsibilities for both country kitchen/ households and main kitchen pod/ pantry:Understands and follow nutrition guidelines as determined by clinical staffUnderstands and follow all Kosher regulations.Plates and serves all food properly according to the established recipes, utilizing proper portion controlHas knowledge and understanding of menus and recipesHas knowledge of and execute proper food handlingHas knowledge of and execute portion controlCommunicates production needs and waste to the Jr. Sous Chef / Operations Supervisor so that proper adjustment can be made.Communicates quality and food experience to the Jr. Sous Chef / Operations Supervisor.Garnishes all plates as presentation is an important part of the experienceHolds all food at proper temperatures to ensure food is presented attractivelyCovers, labels, and dates all food to be stored in the refrigerators and freezersCleans, sanitizes, and maintains all work areas, storage areas, utensils and equipment according to the latest regulatory (state, federal and Kosher) requirementsMaintains the temperature log system, and follow up with appropriate staff upon if results fall outside the boundariesCommunicates issues/concerns to leadership, offers suggestions and solutions, and participates in quality improvement initiatives.Informs supervisor or manager of any problems relating to missing or defective equipmentAttends regular meetings as assignedServes as a resource/mentor to the team, new employees, and students (if applicable)Practices in accordance with established standards of care for safety of patient, self and co-workersWears slip resistant shoes, a clean uniform, and ID badge as approved by the facility.Identifies and reports basic safety issues or problems (ex. Spills) and takes action whenever appropriateUses equipment as trained and according to organizational policyPromotes the health and safety of all by following established infection control procedures (i.e., hand washing, use of personal protective equipment)Follows and stays updated on processes and policies within department and organizationPerforms additional related duties as directedPosition Responsibilities specific to country kitchen / household:Runs the decentralized dining room to ensure that patients and guests have a positive, wholesome, tasteful and enjoyable dining experienceServes patients according to diet, nutritional guidelines, food preferences, and portion control.Assures the patients’ diet orders are available to PCAs at mealtime.Breaks down dining room and run dirty plates and utensils through dish machineCleans cooking equipment in kitchenTransports food and non-food items to and from assigned country kitchen as directedCleans all dishes and tableware for each meal, and return all equipment to the proper storage spaceTakes food and supply inventory daily (or as directed) and provides storeroom staff par stock order as directedPosition Responsibilities specific to main kitchen pod/ pantry:Deliver a variety of nourishments to the Nursing floors using established parsRestock dessert fridgesMaintain the temperature log system, and follow up with appropriate staff if results fall outside the boundariesRemote Type:On-siteSalary Range:$16.57 - $22.80