Resident Dining Chef: Therapeutic Diets & Quality Meals

475 MANAGEMENT; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

475 MANAGEMENT is seeking a Cook to prepare and serve meals in accordance with approved menus, standards and regulations under the guidance of the Executive Director and Executive Chef.

The role requires following recipes, handling special diets, maintaining sanitary conditions, and coordinating with the kitchen team to ensure timely service for residents and staff. English proficiency and ability to pass background checks are required.

Qualifications

• Prefer six months (6) experience in food preparation and in safe handling of food and equipment.
• Ability to read, write and speak the English language.
• Ability to follow approved, standardized recipes and menus for regular and therapeutic diets.
• Ability to make independent decisions and work without supervision.
• Ability to follow written and oral directions and interact tactfully with residents and family members, staff and general public.
• Able to pass a background check, tb and physical exam.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve all food items and meals in accordance with planned menus and recipes ensuring high quality and palatability.
• Inspect special diet requests and orders to ensure correct diet is served.
• Prepare and serve substitute foods when residents refuse foods, with consultation on menu changes.
• Maintain sanitary food handling and storage according to policies; report incidents to the Executive Chef.
• Assist in purchasing food and supplies and monitor stock levels.
• Label, date, and store leftovers properly and manage inventory in absence of the Executive Chef.
• Prepare soups, entrees, vegetables, and desserts for regular and therapeutic diets.
• Plan timing of food production to align with meal serving hours and maintain quality.

Job description

475 MANAGEMENT is seeking a Cook to prepare and serve meals in accordance with approved menus, standards and regulations under the guidance of the Executive Director and Executive Chef.

The role requires following recipes, handling special diets, maintaining sanitary conditions, and coordinating with the kitchen team to ensure timely service for residents and staff. English proficiency and ability to pass background checks are required.