Fine Dining Cook
About The Position
Join Our Team as a Cook and Bring Joy to Every Meal! Are you ready to make a positive impact by preparing delicious and nutritious gourmet meals? At Baptist Senior Family, we're looking for a dedicated and professional Fine Dining Cook/Chef to join our team and help nourish our community. For over a century, Baptist Senior Family has provided exceptional care to older adults, offering services like independent living, personal care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. Be part of our mission to uplift lives and create meaningful connections in a supportive environment. Why You’ll Love This Role: As a Cook at Baptist Senior Family, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the health and happiness of our residents through your culinary skills. Your commitment to excellence will enhance the dining experience, providing residents with meals that are both tasty and nutritious. You'll be part of a team that values your creativity and dedication, offering support and opportunities for growth. This role allows you to make a meaningful difference every day, knowing that your efforts contribute to the well-being of our community. You'll have the chance to develop new culinary skills, enjoy a supportive work environment, and form lasting connections with both colleagues and residents.
Requirements
- High School graduate or GED
- Five years prior experience and/or culinary training desirable
- Experience organizing workloads and meet time deadlines.
- Physical qualifications: lift 50#, standing for long period on hard surfaces, walk long distances and able to bend, reach and grasp objects, push carts up to 100#
- Experience operating equipment safely and demonstrate knife safety at all times.
- Mandatory Requirements: Be prepared for mandatory physicals, drug tests, and background checks as part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and supportive environment
Responsibilities
- Prepare and Store Meals: Follow recipes, alert Chef to changes, batch cook for freshness, and comply with HACCP standards.
- Monitor and Record: Maintain cooling charts, record temperatures, and ensure food safety.
- Maintain Hygiene: Demonstrate proper handwashing, glove usage, and maintain a clean environment.
- Label and Store Food: Label all items with use-by dates and ensure proper storage.
- Assist with Meal Service: Prepare accurate meals on time, and maintain consistency and quality.
- Clean and Sanitize: Complete daily cleaning, sanitize equipment, and change sanitizing buckets every two hours.
- Collaborate with Team: Work with servers and attend meetings.
- Follow Policies: Complete duties in eight hours, wear proper uniform and shoes.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, 403(b) matching, paid time off, and more—starting on day one!
- Wellness Extras: Free access to gym and pool facilities, plus personal training sessions.
- Competitive Pay: Hourly rates based on experience with shift/weekend differentials.
- Convenient Location: Easy access in Scott Township with free parking and a PAT bus stop at our entrance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
