Line Cook - Therapeutic Diets & Menu Prep

Pinnacle Living; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday pay

PTO with cash out

Health insurance

Dental & Vision

Retirement match

Free parking

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition assistance

Referral bonus

Job summary

WindsorMeade Williamsburg, part of Pinnacle Living, is seeking a Line Cook to prepare entrees, soups, vegetables, and salads for residents and staff in a fast-paced healthcare community. Responsibilities include batch cooking, line setup, menu adherence, sanitation, and assisting Chef with ordering and planning.

The role requires high school diploma (or equivalent), 3–5 years of kitchen experience, and Serv Safe certification preferred.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepares all food items for residents, guests, and personnel, including meats, vegetables soups, gravies, sauces, therapeutic diet items, eggs, and cereals, following standardized recipes.
• Maintains high standards of quality food preparation and portion control in food preparation and serving.
• Sets up serving line in accordance with departmental menus and procedures.
• Maintains proper food storage of all foods by sealing and labeling, and dating items before placing in refrigerator or freezer.
• Reviews and follows menus procedures and shall make changes only in consultation with the Director of Dining Services or their designee.
• Oversees and maintains walk-ins, refrigerators, and freezers. Daily utilization of leftovers.
• Responsible for ensuring that all knives and utensils are clean, sanitized and properly stored when not in use.
• Wiping cloths in use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces shall be free of food debris and visible soil.
• Maintains proper sanitation and safety in food preparation area.
• Works with Chef in Menu Planning and suggests changes, when necessary, in production or recipe itself.
• Prepares food items for both independent and health care center production.
• Makes daily inspection of kitchen and gives report to Chef.
• Assists Chef with ordering food items for daily production.
• Washes and cleans utensils and equipment utilized in production.
• Report repair and maintenance needs to their supervisor.
• Assist in washing and restocking of all china, glassware, and silverware as needed.
• May supervise assigned kitchen team members.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Kitchen knowledge

Therapeutic production

Health regulations

Equipment maintenance

Communication

MS Office

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

3-5 years experience preferred

Serv Safe Certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

WindsorMeade Williamsburg, part of Pinnacle Living, is seeking a Line Cook to prepare entrees, soups, vegetables, and salads for residents and staff in a fast-paced healthcare community. Responsibilities include batch cooking, line setup, menu adherence, sanitation, and assisting Chef with ordering and planning.

The role requires high school diploma (or equivalent), 3–5 years of kitchen experience, and Serv Safe certification preferred.