Prep Cook

Senior Living Communities Careers•Myrtle Beach, SC

9d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Prep Cook, this is the first step in culinary arts for anyone in our company that wishes to begin their career in the heart of the house. This rank is for anyone with basic kitchen knowledge, or for anyone wishing to obtain the basic skills for an entry level position in the kitchen. A Prep Cook should be familiar with the main and satellite kitchens. Should know basic food sanitation guidelines, they should know the policies and procedures of the kitchen including but not limited to opening, closing, shopping and prep lists. They should consistently practice Mission in Place on a daily basis, a CDM should have reviewed all of the therapeutic diets and signed off on each of the diets having coached and trained on all of them, a chef should have signed off on their knife cuts and can now execute each on a daily basis. They should be able to produce each of the egg dishes assigned to them in the Pathway, and they should be able to execute all of the sandwiches assigned to them in the Pathway.

Requirements

Ability to read, write, speak and understand English fluently.
Ability to meet or exceed the company’s attendance and punctuality standards.
Ability to use miscellaneous software and office equipment.
Ability to understand and follow directions as given.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

1-2 years’ experience in a similar position desired.
Culinary training a plus.

Responsibilities

Working in a collaborative manner with the front and back of the house team members, ensuring compliance with Senior Living Communities’/Wellmore standards for quality, presentation and portion control are met.
Adhere to all proper handling, HACCP, labeling, and storage protocols for all foods and ensure compliance with all relevant food service regulations.
Follow all safety protocols and consistently practice a culture of safety.
Maintain documentation of temperature charts and records.
Maintain an open communication and professional working relationship with all community departments and Home Office support team to ensure residents remain happy and living the Weller Life.
Actively participate in planning and production meetings with the team.
Attend and actively participate in required in-service training and education programs.
Other duties as assigned and directed by the Executive Chef or Director of Dining Services.