Line Cook (Part Time)

Experience Senior Living•Mechanicsville, VA

About The Position

Experience Senior Living is seeking a Line Cook to provide culinary customer service and promote a fine dining experience for residents. The Line Cook works closely with the Director of Culinary Services and/or Executive Director to support resident satisfaction with food and dining programs. The role includes preparing meals and snacks, maintaining kitchen sanitation and food safety, and assisting with kitchen operations and special events. This is a part-time position with varied schedules that may include weekends, evenings, and holidays.

Requirements

High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
One to three years of experience as a cook in a hospitality or healthcare environment.
Food handlers permit as required by state law and/or company standards.
Ability to read and follow recipes, printed production guides, cleaning schedules, and logs.
Ability to build positive and strong relationships with team members, coworkers, and residents.
Dedication to providing excellent customer service.
Ability to handle multiple jobs and priorities.
Ability to accept direction from superiors or other experienced staff.
Ability to share job knowledge or resident information with others as needed.
Willingness to give and welcome feedback.
Ability to work varied schedules, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.

Responsibilities

Provide a high level of culinary customer service and promote a fine dining experience.
Work closely with the Director of Culinary Services and/or Executive Director to keep residents satisfied with food and dining programs.
Maintain kitchen, food storage, and preparation areas in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition.
Open and/or close the kitchen.
Follow assigned cleaning schedules.
Ensure food is received, stored, and prepared according to company standards.
Estimate daily or weekly food and supply needs and communicate them to the Director or Assistant Director of Culinary Services.
Participate in preparing and cooking meals according to established recipes and approved menus.
Document food temperatures prior to service and in refrigeration and freezer storage.
Prepare and ensure snacks and beverages are available to residents at all times.
Keep kitchen floors clean by sweeping and mopping, and empty trash.
Assist with transportation and storage of food and supplies.
Assist with preparation and execution of special events, banquets, and theme meals.
Attend the pre-meal stand-up in the kitchen before meal service.
Perform other duties as needed and/or assigned.
Help residents transition from home to community through thoughtful engagement.
Operate and maintain kitchen equipment in a clean and sanitary manner.