Cook- Full Time- NO late nights

Allegro Senior Living•Charlottesville, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

RoseWood Village Greenbrier is seeking a full-time Cook for its Food Service team. The Cook prepares high-quality, nutritious food for residents and guests, with an emphasis on taste, attractive presentation, and an enjoyable dining experience. The role offers the opportunity to contribute creativity in the kitchen and build connections with residents and staff. This is a day-shift position with no late nights. The Cook supervises the kitchen under the direction of the Dining Services Director and Chef/Lead Cook, prepares meals consistent with local customs and tastes, and follows standard recipes, budgeted costs, and company policies. The position also involves supporting dishwashing, maintaining kitchen equipment, and monitoring water temperatures or chemical compounds to help prevent foodborne illness and the spread of communicable disease.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Must be flexible and adaptable, attentive to detail, and a team player.
Good time management skills and a keen awareness of safety.
Current manager’s-level food handler permit.
Positive criminal background screening.
Must adhere to the company Drug Free Workplace policy; associates are subject to the policy.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of related cooking experience or equivalent.
Some software and computer skills.

Responsibilities

Prepare delicious, high-quality, attractive, and tastefully presented food for residents and guests.
Supervise the kitchen under the direction of the Dining Services Director and Chef/Lead Cook.
Prepare meals consistent with local customs and tastes.
Follow standard recipes, budgeted costs, and company policies.
Supervise or assist with washing dishes, cookware, flatware, and utensils.
Properly maintain kitchen equipment.
Monitor water temperatures and chemical compounds as appropriate to help prevent foodborne illness and the spread of communicable disease.
Approach residents and associates in a friendly, service-oriented manner.
Perform other job duties as assigned.