Culinary Coordinator Legacy of Deforest

Noel Manor Retirement Living; DeForest (WI); On-site; USD 28,929 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401k after one year of employment

Job summary

Noel Manor Retirement Living in DeForest, Wisconsin is seeking a Full-Time Culinary Coordinator to enhance the dining experience for our residents. The position involves training kitchen staff, supervising meal preparation, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards.

Culinary Coordinators earn between $21 and $30 per hour based on experience. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with PTO and 401k eligibility after one year of service.

Qualifications

• Experience in culinary services or kitchen management.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and practices.
• Ability to train and supervise kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Culinary Services in training kitchen staff.
• Coordinate shift operations and ensure food quality.
• Handle inventory and supervise food storage compliance.

Skills

Team leadership

Food safety knowledge

Inventory management

Customer service skills

Job description

At Park Vista, we believe it is an honor and privilege to care for those who once cared for us. Our mission is to help our residents live out their best years, so families can return to the important role of a loved one and leave the role of caretaker to our qualified and compassionate team members.

We are looking for a Full-Time Culinary Coordinator to join our amazing team and help us focus on our four core values: Dignity, Collaboration, Compassion, and Transparency. Come join us at Park Vista, where we "Make It Matter" for our residents, families and team members.

CULINARY COORDINATOR BASE WAGE: $21 - $30 per hour based on experience, certifications and qualifications

CULINARY COORDINATOR BENEFITS:

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• 401k after one year of employment

CULINARY COORDINATOR ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Assist the Director of Culinary Services with the training of incoming Cooks, Prep Cook/Server and Dietary Aides to ensure proper sanitation practices and procedures in the food service dept, including dishwashing
• Coordinate and supervise shift operations, including temperatures checks, cleaning logs and garbage control
• Assist the Director of Culinary Services with call-offs and covering open shifts
• Assist the Director of Culinary Services with recipe and menu creation, adjusting as needed per inventory concerns
• Assist the Director of Culinary Services with planning and executing food/snack/beverage for any marketing, activity and catering events
• Fill in for the Director of Culinary Services when they are unavailable
• Field questions or concerns from residents / family members and work with Director of Culinary Services to resolve; receive complaints and bring forth possible solutions
• Assist the Director of Culinary Services with maintaining proper inventory of kitchen equipment, food and supplies
• Supervise and prepare quality meals following recipes and menus provided
• Supervise and ensure the presentation of food in an appetizing manner by plating neatly prior to serving
• Assist the Director of Culinary Services with receival of food order and ensure all delivered items are put away and stored
• Wash dishes and use dishwasher safely, as needed
• Follow safe serving and handling guidelines at all times
• Responsible for taking temps and ensuring proper documentation (hot food/cold food/dishwasher/fridge/freezer/water temps/dry storage)
• Maintain proper food storage and rotation in compliance with all state/local regulations, including labeling
• Maintain all culinary spaces, supplies and food in an orderly and sanitary manner to meet all state/local regulation + food safety code
• Comply with regulations regarding hair covering and hand protection during food preparation and serving
• Keep all kitchen/server areas clean, tidy, and clutter-free; ensure trash removal, wipe down surfaces regularly
• Be aware of linen service program (if applicable at Community) – ensure proper separation of linens and oversee management of inventory
• Be familiar with job descriptions and duties of Cook, Prep Cook/Server, and Dietary Aide and perform those tasks as needed

*A Complete Culinary Coordinator Job Description Provided Upon Hire*