["UTILITY PREP COOK","UTILITY PREP COOK"]

Utility Prep Cook

Liberty Senior Living is seeking an experienced:

Follows recipes and food production schedules based on resident census.

Records and reports over-production, underproduction, and waste.

Assists with preparation of foods using methods designed to maintain nutrition, flavor, appearance, tenderness, and quality.

Actively communicates with culinary staff and Sous Chef for inventory needs, usage and shortages Utilizes safe food preparation methods when receiving, preparing, storing, cooling, freezing, holding, transporting, serving, and reheating foods.

Monitors temperature records and checklists for holding and storing equipment to maintain safe food at all stages in the flow of food.

Maintains a clean and sanitary kitchen at all times.

Ensures and assists with cleaning and sanitizing equipment and work areas according to established checklist. Reports and takes immediate and appropriate corrective action if standards not met.

Assists with setup and break down for catered events.

Ensures sanitation of dining rooms, including private dining room, community room, and activity room. May assist with meal service during special events.

Inventories, cleans, and sanitizes catering supplies.

Promotes a positive customer experience by maintaining a positive attitude when interacting with co-workers, residents, and guests.

Recognizes the importance of customer service, and strives each day to provide an exceptional experience for each person they serve

Looks for and reports any items in need of repair to the Sous Chef.

Performs all daily tasks in accordance with established facility and departmental policies and procedures. In the event of a fire or other emergency, assists with resident evacuations and secures food service area.

Attends in-service training and other work-related meetings as required or approved.

Carries out special projects as identified.

Helps with any other areas of the building as needed.

High school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of one year of experience working within a kitchen/culinary food service operation, preferably in a restaurant, hotel, or country club.

The ability to follow oral and written instructions accurately.

Patience, tact, enthusiasm and a positive attitude towards the elderly.