Lead Cook - Full Time

Terwilliger Plaza, Inc.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% off Dining Discount

24/7 onsite gym access

Onsite Salon

Company Paid TriMet Pass

Competitive Pay

401k Matching

Job summary

Terwilliger Plaza, located in downtown Portland, seeks a Lead Cook to prepare and deliver meals for residents, employees and visitors, while stocking supplies and maintaining inventory.

The role requires at least two years of food service experience, a high school diploma, and a DHS background check with drug screening; culinary training or degree is preferred. This is a full-time position offering competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• DHS background check and drug screening required.
• High school education required.
• Minimum two years of experience in full-service or institutional food service.
• Culinary arts training or degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a wide variety of foods according to recipes.
• Assist in planning and coordinating service and events.
• Stock kitchen supplies and maintain inventory for kitchen and satellite units.
• Ensure cleanliness and sanitary conditions per regulations.
• Train kitchen staff and supervise during absence of senior chefs.

Skills

Food service experience

English proficiency

Organization

Sanitation knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Culinary arts training

Culinary arts degree (preferred)

Job description

• Base Pay $25.00 - $27.00 / Hour
• Employee Type Full Time Non-Exempt

At Terwilliger Plaza, located in beautiful downtown Portland, we believe that encouraging a deeper sense of dedication and belonging is key to how we attract and retain our best people. By embracing our diverse experiences and views, we are better positioned to deliver results, create innovations that matter, and thrive in today’s changing world. Join us as we Live Forward and cultivate a phenomenal place where our team works and thrives.

Why Work Here?

• 50% off Employee Discount in Dining and Deli
• 24/7 access to an onsite gym
• Onsite Salon
• Company Paid Monthly TriMet Pass
• Competitive Pay
• 401k Matching

The Lead Cook reports directly to the Executive Chef and Sous Chef. Prepares, cooks and delivers meals, and stocks kitchen supplies to the MRU & ALF satellite kitchens. Responsible for maintaining proper food inventory and production levels for Kitchen, Terrace and Metcalf units. Must be able to perform work with very little or no supervision. Acts as Chef during the absence of Executive Chef or Sous Chef.

Essential Job Functions:

• Preparing and cooking a wide variety of food for residents, employees and visitors in accordance with standardized recipes.
• Acts as Chef During Absence of Executive Chef or Sous Chef
• Preparing and cooking breakfast/lunch/dinner.
• Assisting in preparation for special event meals.
• Assisting in the planning, organizing, motivating and coordinating service.
• Opening of department as assigned.
• Controlling and promoting efficiency in work and suggesting changes that will improve productivity.
• Performs a variety of cleaning duties to maintain order and sanitary conditions in restaurant kitchen according to state regulations and departmental procedures.
• Checks food and Kitchen Supplies ensures cooking utensils, pans and other equipment are kept in a clean and sanitary condition.
• Assigns cleaning duties as needed
• Ensure all food preparation and kitchen is cleaned and ready for the next shift.
• Assist in the training of Kitchen personnel both front and back of house
• Record food temperatures, production and waste on required documentation.

Qualifications:

• Must pass DHS background check and drug screening
• High school education
• Minimum two (2) years’ experience in full service or institutional food service environment
• Vocational training specializing in the culinary arts, or culinary arts degree preferred.

Knowledge / Mental / Skill Requirements:

• Skills in organization, appearance and demeanor; must speak, read, write & understand English and the ability to interact effectively with customers and other personnel
• Knowledge of food service and sanitation standards
• Ability to consistently arrive punctually and contribute to a positive dining atmosphere
• Knowledge of cooking in large quantities; ability to standardize recipes, knowledge of weights and measures and conversions.
• Handles high level of activity and multiple priorities in calm manner with common sense and independent action.
• Considers cost of supplies when performing duties.
• Promotes teamwork, outwardly supports Plaza mission statement and goals.
• Maintains a calm, professional demeanor to others.

Terwilliger Plaza evaluates qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status and other protected characteristics. The job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities but provides a general overview of positions' job function in the company.