Cook

Commonwealth Senior Living at the Ballentine•Norfolk, VA

19d

About The Position

The Cook, under the direction of designated management and supervisors, prepares, presents, stores, and dispatches food products for the Dining Room, Bistro where available, marketing and catering events, and resident tray service where required. The Cook prepares items to preset menu specifications within established time limits and according to standards set by the Dining Services Director and Guest, while complying with health and safety regulations and sanitary food-handling guidelines. The role prepares meals in accordance with menus, nutritional programs, and individual dietary plans, and ensures appropriate quality, presentation, portion sizes, temperatures, quantities, and timing. The Cook helps maintain adequate food and supply inventory, may assist in training new employees, and supports a safe, clean, productive kitchen. The position also includes modeling and promoting the company's core values and sales culture.

Requirements

At least 1 year of cooking experience.
Demonstrated knowledge of food and catering trends, quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation.
Knowledge of food service methods and procedures, sanitation principles, and safe food-handling principles.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Effective communication skills.
Flexibility and interpersonal skills to work effectively in a diverse environment.
Effective teamwork skills.
Computer literacy, including working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and email.
Attention to detail in all areas of work.
Strong time management and multitasking skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks with minimal supervision.
Strong problem-identification and problem-resolution skills.
Strong work ethic and positive team attitude.

Nice To Haves

Working experience in the retirement home industry.

Responsibilities

Prepare and serve menu items according to departmental policies, procedures, and established presentation standards.
Prepare meals according to menus, nutritional programs, and individual plans, meeting residents' dietary requirements.
Ensure meal quality, including taste, presentation, and dietary compliance, as directed by the Dining Services Director.
Maintain food quality and safety through sanitary practices, cleaning floors and surfaces, and properly covering and storing food.
Prepare meals efficiently and on time, in quantities that meet daily needs, and serve correct portions at appropriate temperatures.
Use kitchen equipment during food preparation and remain productive, preparing for future needs as time allows.
Demonstrate flexibility and volunteer to fill open shifts when staffing needs vary.
Follow reporting procedures for accidents and incidents, and comply with regulations for bloodborne pathogens, infection control, hazardous materials, and fire safety.
Ensure food and departmental supplies are ordered and received in time to maintain adequate inventory for current or anticipated volume.
Assist with training new employees.
Report violations of food services department policies and procedures.
Arrive at work at the scheduled time and perform other related duties as required.
Model the company's core values and ensure personnel exemplify them.
Create and drive the sales culture.