Chef- FT 630-3p & 11-730pm

Hillcrest Health & LIving•Gretna, NE

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Hillcrest Health & Living is looking for a skilled and dependable Chef to join our culinary team at Hillcrest Highlands of Gretna in Gretna, NE. Hillcrest Highlands of Gretna is a resort-style senior living community designed around comfort, connection, and personalized support. Our team works together to create a welcoming environment where residents feel at home and families can feel confident their loved ones are cared for. At Hillcrest, our mission is simple: We enhance the lives of aging adults. We are looking for someone who takes pride in preparing high-quality meals, supporting a clean and organized kitchen, and helping create a positive dining experience for residents, families, guests, and team members.

Requirements

Must be able to speak, read, and write English.
Must be able to independently lift up to 35 pounds.
Must be able to perform repetitive sitting, bending, standing, and movement as needed.
Must be flexible, calm, and professional in stressful situations.
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail.
Must be able to utilize technology and resources efficiently and effectively.
Must maintain a neat, clean, safe, and accident-free work environment.

Nice To Haves

At least two years of hotel or restaurant line cooking experience preferred.
Experience preparing hot and cold food items in a high-volume or service-focused kitchen preferred.
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow recipes, production lists, and plating standards.
Commitment to sanitation, infection control, and food safety practices.
Ability to work quickly and accurately while maintaining quality.
A positive, team-focused attitude.
Flexibility and professionalism when working with residents, families, guests, and team members.
Comfort using technology and resources efficiently and effectively.
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare hot and cold food items for assigned stations while following recipes, portion standards, plating expectations, sanitation requirements, and food service timelines.
Ensure meals are prepared accurately, presented professionally, served timely, and completed in a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
Prepare hot and cold food items according to recipes, standards, and customer expectations.
Plate all food according to proper presentation, portion, and plating standards.
Complete daily food production lists.
Set up hot and cold lines for meal service.
Prepare food for all food venues.
Maintain a clean and organized work area while following infection control and sanitation standards.
Put food deliveries away and help maintain proper storage practices.
Complete deep cleaning of kitchen equipment as assigned.
Ensure food is served timely and accurately for all venues.
Assist with deli tray deliveries.
Complete required training and sanitation courses.
Maintain positive and professional relationships with residents, guests, customers, and team members.