Lead Cook

Willow Valley Communities; Willow Street (PA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Weekly Pay!

Great 401(k) Package

Excellent Benefits: Medical, Dental, &

Vision

Tuition Reimbursement & Scholarship.Op

Career Growth Opportunities

Access to On-Site Amenities: Fitness,"

Spa, Cafés, and Swimming Pools

Plus Additional Team Member Perks!

Job summary

Willow Valley Communities seeks a Lead Cook to join our dining team in Willow Street, PA. This full-time role focuses on high-quality meal preparation, recipe adherence, and leadership in the kitchen to enhance Residents' dining experiences.

You will participate in menu development, supervise staff, and ensure food safety standards are met while following HACCP plans and Resident preferences. Competitive benefits accompany this position.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from a two-year college or university.
• One to two years related experience and/or training.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must attain ServSafe certification.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in meal preparation and cooking according to standardized recipes.
• Test food being cooked by properly taste testing and taking food temperatures using established procedures and guidelines.
• Create specials and assist with recipe development; modify recipes to meet quality standards and submit to Chef.
• Attend daily production meetings and mandatory in-services; monitor kitchen personnel on portions and safe handling.

Skills

Food preparation

Recipe development

Food safety

Mentoring staff

HACCP adherence

Education

Associate Degree (A.A.)

ServSafe certification

Job description

Overview

Willow Valley Communities is hiring a Lead Cook!

Join our team! We are seeking a Lead Cook who is friendly, enjoys interacting with others, and whose goal is to provide exceptional cooking that enhances our Residents' dining experience.

Opportunities with WVC:

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Weekly Pay!
• Great 401(k) Package
• Excellent Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Tuition Reimbursement & Scholarship Opportunities
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Access to On-Site Amenities: Fitness Center, Spa, Cafés, and Swimming Pools
• Plus Additional Team Member Perks!

Wage:

• $19.50 per hour; higher pay available based on experience.

Responsibilities:

• Actively participate in meal preparation and cooking according to standardized recipes.
• Test food being cooked by properly taste testing and taking food temperatures using established procedures and guidelines.
• Create specials and assist with recipe development as needed. Modify recipes to meet quality standards and submit recipes to the Assistant Sous Chef or Chef.
• Participate in daily production meetings and all mandatory in-services.
• Monitor and direct kitchen personnel on proper portion control, reading and following recipes, proper use of weights and measures, and safe food handling practices.
• Assist with inventory and ordering duties as assigned by the Chef.
• Maintain a cleaning schedule to assure work areas are kept clean and sanitary.
• Assure kitchens and related areas are set up and cleaned up using established cleaning guidelines and checklists.
• Practice proper operation of equipment to ensure personal safety and avoid damage to equipment.
• Assure proper records are maintained for food production and ordering within the food management system.
• Mentor, monitor, and direct kitchen personnel.
• Follow Willow Valley's HACCP plan and all related food safety policies and procedures.
• In Supportive Living, plate meals while strictly following Resident Tray Tickets or Resident Select Menus, diet restrictions, allergies, and preferences.

Qualifications:

• Associate Degree (A.A.) from a two-year college or university;
• or one to two years related experience and/or training;
• or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must attain ServSafe certification.

Hours:

• Full Time

Schedule:

• 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday
• Every other Saturday and Sunday: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
• Some holidays

Location:

Spring Run at Willow Valley Communities950 Willow Valley Lakes DriveWillow Street, PA 17584

Bring Your Passion for Cooking to Willow Valley Communities!

Join a team dedicated to creating exceptional dining experiences for our Residents while enjoying outstanding benefits, growth opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

Willow Valley Communities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.