Cook II Lead

Overview

Claremont Manor Retirement Community seeks a FT Cook to join the team!

Sunday-Thursday: 10:30am-7:30pm

Hourly: $25.00-$27.00

• Under the supervision of the Dietary Services Director or Executive Chef, prepare culinary items for residents and execute the menu to a high standard of appearance, taste, and presentation.
• Provide quality customer service to residents, families, co-workers and vendors to ensure satisfaction and assist in maintaining service standards.
• Assist in food preparation to produce high-quality, consistent taste and presentation; expedite during peak meal periods as needed.
• Help control food cost by training kitchen staff on proper methods of preparation, handling of leftovers, and cost-saving practices.
• Ensure uniform, grooming, and appearance standards are followed by all kitchen staff.
• Assist in developing standardized recipes and in menu planning as directed by the Director of Dining Services and/or Executive Chef.
• Ensure appropriate quantities of food are prepared to meet menu requirements and service schedules.
• Maintain care and cleanliness of equipment and related work areas; monitor safety and sanitation in accordance with health department guidelines.
• Establish goals with the kitchen leadership; anticipate and resolve problems relating to all facets of the kitchen; pursue approved profit-oriented and cost-saving ideas.
• Maintain effective communication within the kitchen; be responsive to staff suggestions and concerns and work to resolve problems.
• Supervise cooks, assistant cooks, and food service workers as assigned; participate in hiring, training, and performance management where applicable.
• Conduct regular inspections of kitchen, dishwashing areas, and coolers and promptly correct deficiencies found during inspections.
• Follow department safety standards and participate in campus-wide safety programs; observe fire and disaster plans and emergency procedures.

Essential:

• Serv Safe or Equivalent Certification required

Essential:

• High School diploma or GED

Nonessential:

• 0 Year 2-4 years related experience and/or training
• 0 Year 3-6 months related experience and/or training

Front Porch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support all aspects of diversity and provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability or status as a veteran in accordance with the applicable nondiscrimination laws. Final candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment physical, physical abilities test, drug screen and Department of Justice Criminal background clearance.

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