Communication Skills, Cook Dishes, Customer Experience, Event Management, Fire Safety, Food Presentation, High School Diploma, Risk Management, Safety/Work Safety, Sanitation
Exciting opportunity for someone who has a passion for preparing meals! The Winfield at Middletown is looking for a Chef. Someone who is dedicated to providing the best customer experience to our residents who live here.
Position Summary:
As a Cook, you will prepare food according to menus, recipes and planned events for residents and their guests. You will take on a rewarding position with an innovative company where hard work pays off and advancement is always a possibility. If you enjoy interacting with people and take pride in your prepared meals, we want you to come and join our team!
Required Experience for Cook:
- High School diploma (or equivalent) or technical school
- A minimum of one year of line cook experience and/or training
- Good communication skills are required.
Primary Responsibilities for Cook:
- Cook and prepare food for residents, guests, and employees.
- Prepare food according to the planned menu using standard recipes.
- Plate food items following portion guidelines and garnishing instructions.
- Assist other kitchen staff as needed. Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.
- Ensures that sufficient food is prepped and/or prepared.
- Communicates with supervisor of shortages or outages.
- Ensures freshness, cooking status, and proper seasoning of all foods served.
- Stocks and cleans station for next shift.
- Follows proper food rotation policies.
- Consistently maintains a positive attitude which supports a team environment.
- Promotes positive public relations with residents, family members, and guests.
- Knowledgeable of the resident rights, and ensures an atmosphere which allows for privacy, dignity, and well-being of all residents in a safe, secure environment.
- Maintain safety, including universal precautions and safe work practices, established fire/safety/disaster plans, risk management, sanitation, and security.
- Clean and inspect kitchen appliances and work areas in order to ensure cleanliness and functional operation.
- Present professional appearance by wearing uniform and name tag.
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