Cook/Chef
About The Position
When you work at Heritage Village, you have a front-row seat to the amazing life stories of the wisest people on earth. What's more, you are part of an extraordinary company - one that's investing in the future of senior living by investing in you. Don't just do a job. Be part of an extraordinary life! Heritage Village is recruiting for a hospitality focused Cook to join our team! This position is responsible for full-scope, hands on production cooking in the Community Culinary Services Department. Is responsible for maintaining a superior level of quality service and cleanliness at all times. Shift schedule: Full-time includes weekends- with flexibility to cover mornings and/or evenings- no late nights! Senior Living Kitchen experience preferred Starting pay range $24.00-$26.00 per hour/ based on experience. Starting pay range $20.00-$23.50 per hour/ based on experience. If you're an enthusiastic, compassionate, senior care professional who is passionate about hospitality and senior engagement- please apply, we'd love to get to know you! EEO Employer
Requirements
- High school diploma
- Minimum of one year restaurant/senior living or equivalent cooking experience
Nice To Haves
- Culinary degree preferred
- Senior Living Kitchen experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Exemplify at all times Community standards of cleanliness, sanitation and operational organization.
- Responsible for adhering to food quality, appearance and presentation standards at all times.
- Produce and serve menu cycle programs that are compliant with required Nutritional/Dietary criteria as required by local regulations and correctly prepare diets provided per Policy and Procedure.
- Exhibit cooking standards of speed, accuracy, and efficiency.
- Demonstrate knowledge in all areas of cooking preparation and production.
- Assist with serving of meals and ware washing as necessary.
- Visit residents periodically to evaluate food service such as quality, quantity, temperature, and appearance; and conduct evaluations to make revisions in operations / procedures to promote improved food service.
- Represent the community in a warm and inviting manner, which creates a positive marketing environment.
- Supports creating a culture where the business decisions made in this position, along with individual employee engagement, drive top-line revenue and occupancy.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
