Cook

Commonwealth Senior Living at North Byron•Wyoming, MI

4d•$18 - $20

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 located, marketing and catering events, and resident tray service where required. The Cook prepares food to menu specifications within established time limits and according to Commonwealth Senior Living standards, while complying with health and safety regulations and sanitary, safe food-handling guidelines. The role prepares meals according to menus, nutritional programs, and individual resident plans, ensuring appropriate dietary requirements, portion sizes, temperatures, quality, and presentation. It also involves maintaining sanitation and food safety, keeping adequate food and supply inventory, using kitchen equipment, assisting with training new employees, and following departmental policies and reporting procedures. The Cook is expected to work efficiently, arrive on time, remain productive, and be flexible to help cover open shifts as staffing needs vary. The position also includes modeling the company’s core values, ensuring personnel exemplify them, and helping create and drive a sales culture.

Requirements

At least 1 year of cooking experience.
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.
Ability to lift up to 50 lb.
Effective communication skills.
Flexibility and interpersonal skills to work effectively in a diverse working 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 resolution skills.
Strong work ethic and positive team attitude.

Nice To Haves

Working experience in the retirement home industry.

Responsibilities

Prepare, present, store, and dispatch food products for dining, Bistro service where available, marketing and catering events, and resident tray service where required.
Prepare and serve menu items according to departmental policies, procedures, specifications, and established presentation standards.
Prepare meals according to menus, nutritional programs, and individual plans, meeting residents’ dietary requirements.
Maintain meal quality, including taste, presentation, portion size, and serving temperature.
Maintain food quality and safety through sanitary practices, cleaning floors and surfaces, and properly covering and storing food.
Prepare meals efficiently and on time, and prepare appropriate quantities for daily needs.
Use kitchen equipment during food preparation.
Remain productive and prepare for future needs as time allows.
Demonstrate flexibility and volunteer to fill open shifts as staffing needs vary.
Follow accident and incident reporting procedures to support follow-up and prevention.
Comply with regulations for blood-borne pathogens, infection control, hazardous materials, and fire safety.
Ensure food and departmental supplies are ordered and received in a timely manner to maintain adequate inventory.
Assist with training new employees.
Report infractions of food services 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.