Cook - Senior Living

Mira Vie at Bridgewater•Bridgewater Township, NJ

14d•$21 - $21

About The Position

The Cook works under the Director, Restaurant and Hospitality and supports activities of the Restaurant and Hospitality Department and Dining Room. The role is responsible for the quality of meals and meal service, and for compliance with the community’s special diets. This is a part-time position with morning and/or evening shifts at Mira Vie at Bridgewater in Bridgewater, New Jersey.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
At least one year of food service experience required.

Nice To Haves

At least three years of food service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Support the Director, Restaurant and Hospitality with planning, directing, controlling, communicating, and coaching in the Food Service Department.
Follow the menu program and nutritional requirements, approved purchasing practices when assisting with food purchasing, and procedures for special diets.
Respond to residents’ likes and dislikes and ensure meals are prepared to residents’ satisfaction and in accordance with safe food-handling practices.
Maintain food temperatures and time controls during storage, production, and serving; use equipment correctly; and store and date food appropriately.
Help ensure meal service provides a positive resident experience and circulate in the dining room to assess residents’ preferences and satisfaction.
Provide input and support on dietary department hiring and staff training, contribute to staff evaluations as needed, and bring performance issues to the Director, Restaurant and Hospitality.
Maintain a clean kitchen, including equipment, walls, dry and cold storage, cooking and preparation surfaces, and dish storage areas.
Work safely, help ensure employees reporting to the Cook work safely, manage potentially hazardous conditions, and comply with safety standards.
Foster teamwork, show initiative in overcoming obstacles, assist others beyond assigned responsibilities, and have a positive impact on co-workers, residents, and visitors.
Perform other duties as assigned or needed.