Line Cook for Senior Housing Cafe

JSL•West Bloomfield, NY

10h•Onsite

About The Position

At Jewish Senior Life (JSL) you are part of a warm and inviting community that provides support services and quality living to older adults. Our residents enjoy a full range of social and cultural programs and activities while residing in our assisted living communities. JSL communities flourish through deep, lasting connections. For decades, our dedicated staff and cherished residents have shaped a culture rooted in compassion, respect, and genuine care-making JSL not just a place to live or work, but a place to belong. We are looking for a Full time Line Cook to join our team. This position will be responsible for daily food production in The Cafe, located within JSL's beautiful independent living community. LINE COOK SUMMARY: Candidates should support team work and be excited about expanding on their culinary abilities. Candidates also need to be service oriented and enjoy a fast paced work environment. Participate in the meal preparation as well as cold food prep. Completes assigned daily kitchen production. Responsibility of proper cleaning and sanitation of kitchen, dining areas, trash disposal areas, equipment, cookware, dishes, etc. in their work area. Performs stock tasks as directed. Assists with all functions of The Cafe as well as supporting the main community kitchen for meal service tasks as directed by supervisors.

Requirements

Proven strong guest service orientation
Ability to function in a team oriented environment
Creative skills in food preparation and presentation
Excellent time management skills
High School Diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

Prepares all required food products as scheduled in the cycle menu, to include any catering or other special functions using production sheets and approved recipes
Follows proper handling, preparation and holding guidelines, takes temperatures at regular intervals and maintains foods in sufficient quantities while minimizing over-production and waste
Properly presents all food items and to provide maximum appeal and freshness.
Follows HACCP procedures and practices
Maintains kitchen sanitation and equipment cleaning schedule
Ensures proper communication with service personnel on proper portioning, plating, garnishing and presentation of food items
Communicates appropriately with all food service staff, supervisor and listens effectively
Prepare and cook meals according to the daily menu, following established recipes and dietary guidelines
Monitor food and dry goods inventory, and properly store food supplies
Collaborate with The Cafe supervisor, dining room manager, and volunteers to ensure smooth service during meal times
Interact respectfully and positively with residents, guests, volunteers, and team members
Offer suggestions for seasonal or daily specials
Performs any duty requested by management to ensure the effective and efficient operation of the kitchen and dining department
Ability to work 8:00am - 4:30pm Monday - Friday with occasional weekend and evening availability.