Cook
madison houseNorfolk, VA
About the role
Job Description
Position Summary:
This position is responsible for the nutritional needs of the residents by preparing meals in accordance to theposted menu, utilizing the recipes provided, and the overall cleanliness of the kitchen.
Essential Functions:
- Meal Preparation
- Prepare meals according to the current menu, using recipes provided to ensure consistency of entree
- Observe and communicate with residents for specific preferences to ensure satisfaction and proper nutrition
- Communicate with servers to ensure meals are presented and served appropriately
- Food temperatures are to be taken and logged at each meal
- General Kitchen Management
- Ensure kitchen and food preparation areas are clean and exceed regulatory standards
- Continually monitor kitchen equipment to ensure they are in good working order and temperatures, and
meet regulatory standards
Ensure food and supplies are labeled, dated, and stored appropriately
Maintain meal service records as required
Responsible for kitchen operations, including responsibility for assigning tasks and responsibilities for additional kitchen team members in the absence of the Dining Services Director
Partner with the Dining Services Director to recommend ways to enhance the dining experience for resident
Successful Employee Attributes at Oxford Senior Living
Humility: Share credit, emphasize team, and define success collectively rather than individually
Positive Attitude: Display a can-do attitude focused on providing solutions
Initiative: Action-oriented commitment to continuous improvement in all aspects of the business
Emotional Intelligence: Serve the community by placing the needs of the community team members and residents ahead of your own
Minimum Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED.Food Handlers certification
- One (1) year of successful experience providing leadership in a food service setting
- Two (2) or more years preparing meals for large groups
- Working knowledge of dietary requirements for seniors
Preferred Qualifications:
- Additional culinary training
- Nutrition certification and/or training
- Physical Working Requirements
- Ability to travel using personal vehicle, including at night.
- Able to stand for prolonged periods of time while preparing meals and serving residents.
- Able to do occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs.
- Able to work flexible schedule, including evenings and/or weekends.
- Team Member is subject to outside environment conditions occasionally, inside conditions frequently, with protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changeMSN
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JOB OVERVIEW
Experience level
Mid
Location
Norfolk, VA
Occupation
Cooks, Restaurant
Industry
Food Service Contractors
Posted
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