Line Chef full time days

US Lawns; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Double Time on holidays

PTO with cash out option

8 federal holidays

Free parking

Retirement matching 403(b)

PayActiv paycheck access

Life insurance

Job summary

WindsorMeade Williamsburg is seeking a line cook for the WindsorMeade Williamsburg community. The role requires preparing entrees, soups, vegetables, and salads according to recipes and production guidelines for residents, guests, and staff.

You will complete daily prep, support special functions, and assist as needed with desserts and breads in a fast-paced healthcare environment. Candidates should have high school education or equivalent, 3-5 years of kitchen experience, and may benefit from

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 3-5 years of kitchen experience preferred.
• Serv Safe Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all food items for residents, guests, and personnel following standardized recipes.
• Maintain high quality and portion control in food prep and serving.
• Set up serving line per menus and procedures.
• Ensure proper food storage with labeling, dating and rotation.
• Assist in menu planning and daily production sheets.

Skills

Kitchens knowledge

Therapeutic food production

Health department regulations

Kitchen equipment handling

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

3-5 years experience preferred

ServSafe Certification preferred

Job description

WindsorMeade Line Cook 11 to 7

Full Time

11AM to 7PM

Monday — Friday with rotating weekends

Job Description

In accordance with established recipes and production guidelines; prepares entrees, soups, starch, vegetables, and salads for use in all areas of the community including team member dining, and special functions. Completes all necessary prep for hot food lines. Prepares batch cooking as required. May prepare food “to order” for dining room service. Assists as needed with desserts, breads, rolls, etc. Assists Chef in placing orders, completing daily production sheets, and menu planning. Assists as needed in utility work as needed or directed by Chef. Ensures proper production, food handling and sanitation standards are adhered to. Maintains strict sanitation of all kitchen areas including equipment, floors, walls, etc.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS

1. High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
2. 3-5 years of experience preferred.
3. No licensure required.
4. Serv Safe Certification preferred.

Job Duties

1. Prepares all food items for residents, guests, and personnel, including meats, vegetables soups, gravies, sauces, therapeutic diet items, eggs, and cereals, following standardized recipes.
2. Maintains high standards of quality food preparation and portion control in food preparation and serving.
3. Sets up serving line in accordance with departmental menus and procedures.
4. Maintains proper food storage of all foods by sealing and labeling, and dating (date and description) items before placing in refrigerator or freezer.
5. Reviews and follows menus procedures and shall make changes only in consultation with the Director of Dining Services or their designee.
6. Oversees and maintains walk-ins, refrigerators, and freezers. Daily utilization of leftovers.
7. Responsible for ensuring that all knives and utensils are clean, sanitized and properly stored when not in use and held in a sanitizing solution when held at a works station between uses.
8. Wiping cloths in use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces shall be free of food debris and visible soil. Wiping cloths are held in a chemical sanitizer solution between uses.
9. Maintains proper sanitation and safety in food preparation area. Handles and prepares food in accordance with sanitary regulations, inspects foods and meats in storage, maintains sanitary conditions of floors, stoves, worktables, refrigerators, and freezers used in cooking.
10. Works with Chef in Menu Planning and suggests changes, when necessary, in production or recipe itself.
11. Prepares food items for both independent and health care center production.
12. Makes daily inspection of kitchen and gives report to Chef.
13. Assists Chef with ordering food items for daily production.
14. Washes and cleans utensils and equipment utilized in production.
15. Report repair and maintenance needs to their supervisor.
16. Assist in washing and restocking of all china, glassware, and silverware as needed.
17. May supervise assigned kitchen team members.
18. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

1. Advanced knowledge of general kitchen and ingredient offerings to perform mid-level duties in preparation and presentation of menu at community.
2. Strong knowledge and understanding of therapeutic food production, including custom orders.
3. Knowledge of Health Department Regulations related to food storage, preparation, and service in a retirement community setting.
4. Ability to use and maintain kitchen equipment, including specialized equipment.
5. Good communication skills.
6. Proficiency with Microsoft Office – word processing and spreadsheets.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

1. Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
2. Extensive walking, bending, stooping, standing, pulling, pushing, and carrying.
3. Ability to understand verbal and written instructions in English.
4. Ability to taste and smell.
5. Exposure to heat and cold.
6. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple tasks.
7. Universal staffing requirements including, weekends, evenings, holidays and during inclement weather.
8. Exposure to the sights, sounds, smells of a typical healthcare environment including persons with dementia.

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Benefits

• Double Time when working designated holidays Holiday Pay — for non-exempt team members
• PTO with a Cash Out option available
• 8 Federal Holidays, including Martin Luther King Day and Juneteenth
• One Paid Personal Day per year
• Free parking available
• 6% Retirement Matching 403(b)
• PayActiv – Cash advance on your paycheck available
• Employee Assistance Program – LifeSolutions EAP
• Full Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance options are available for individuals or families
• Zero cost to team members: $50,000 term life insurance policy
• Short-term Disability Insurance available
• Immunizationsavailable
• Tuition Assistance Program available
• Team Member referral bonus available
• EVEN MORE BENEFITS AVAILABLE Depending on location.

Company Description

Williamsburg's newest CARF accredited community and a top workplace award winner! At WindsorMeade Williamsburg our team members are dedicated to creating a community where age does not define the person. Our mission of Enriching Life’s Journey guides our team in delivering service that focus on autonomy and self-direction, whether that is done in our residents’ villas, apartments, assisted living, memory support or nursing residences. Our values of Culture, Stewardship, Partnership, Diversity, Hospitality and Quality form a framework for everything we do. If you possess strong professional skills and a desire to serve others by promoting person centered services in a team environment, we invite you to continue with this job application.

Vaccination Requirement

Employees hired for this position will be required to follow Pinnacle Living’s company-wide policies of being or becoming fully vaccinated against the annual flu, each subject to potential accommodation for medical reasons or religious beliefs.