• Fairfax, Virginia
    6 days ago

    Job Description

    Are you ready to embark on an extraordinary career journey? Join our dynamic, innovative team at the forefront of revolutionizing the senior lifestyle industry! We’re passionate about putting residents first and surpassing their wildest expectations with unparalleled quality. Our best-in-class communities redefine luxury—think the coziness of home paired with the extravagance of a country club, all elevated by cutting-edge care services. Apply now and become part of a team that redefines excellence every single day, in every possible way!

    **What’s in it for YOU?**  

    We’ve got an irresistible lineup of perks designed to make your career as rewarding as it is fulfilling:  

    •  Flexible Schedules – Work-life balance? We’ve got you covered!  
    •  Daily Pay – Get paid when you want, on your terms!  
    • Top-Tier Benefits – Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, and supplemental options to keep you thriving.  
    • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Secure your future with confidence.  
    • Paid Time Off – Recharge and enjoy the time you deserve.  
    • Employee Assistance Program – Support when you need it most.  
    • Recognition & Reward Programs – Your hard work won’t go unnoticed!  
    • Referral Bonus Program – Bring your friends along and get rewarded!  

    We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, fully committed to the Americans with Disabilities Act. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals and warmly encourage prospective team members to explore potential accommodations with us. Your dream career awaits—apply today!

    POSITION SUMMARY

    Responsible for food preparation that meets or exceeds hospitality and service standards of this community, carrying out the Dining program.  Prepare all foods to meet quantity and deadline requirements.  Able to effectively manage all food production in the absence of the Chef / Kitchen Manager


    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    The following duties are normal for this position.  This list is not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive.  Other duties may be required and assigned.

    •Prepare food items using standardized recipes.

    •Determine food and supplies needed and coordinate meal production with serving hours.

    •Prepare all special dietary need as directed by the Resident Menus.

    •Monitor all food items to see that at least the minimum guidelines for temperature, taste, and quality are upheld at all times.

    •Maintain or exceed standards of appearance, cleanliness, hygiene, and health standards.

    •Assist with orientation and training of new kitchen employees.

    •Practice all safety and loss prevention procedures.

    •Attend all in-services as required.

    •Responsible for following all local, state, and federal policies regarding food handling.

    •Assist with proper documentation of temperature logs, taste panel forms, and cleaning schedules.

    •Perform all other reasonable tasks assigned by your supervisor.


    QUALIFICATIONS

    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


    Educational Requirements and Experience: 

    •Minimum of two years experience as cook preparing full line of menu items.

    •Able to read, write, and follow written and verbal instructions

    •Able to prepare therapeutic/modified diets.


    The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the employer will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationFairfax, Virginia

    Skills

    • Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)unmatched
    • Cook Dishesunmatched
    • Employee Assistance Planunmatched
    • Food Productionunmatched
    • Loss Preventionunmatched
    • Nutrition Therapyunmatched
    • Staff Trainingunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched

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