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Claremont Manor Retirement Community
Pay Range: $25.00-$27.00
Schedule: Varies, Afternoon-Evenings
Summary
Under the supervision of Dietary Services Director or Executive Chef, the role of our Lead Cook, is to prepare culinary delights for our residents and execute the menu, ensuring a high level of performance, guest satisfaction and profitability. Residents’ satisfaction in our Community revolves around the food appearance, high quality of the food and overall dining experience. The Sous/Lead Cook II, is responsible for the daily preparation of food items in the pantry, fry stations or other areas of the kitchen.
Detailed Responsibilities
Cook 2 Lead
Provides quality Customer Service efficiently to residents, families, co-workers and vendors in a manner to ensure satisfaction.
Comply with Standards of Service and assists in assuring the same from all kitchen employees.
Participate in actual food preparation, produce food consistently high quality, taste and presentation and expedite during peak meal periods as needed.
Control food cost by assisting in training kitchen staff on the proper methods of food preparation and handling by training kitchen and dining room employees on how to handle leftover food items.
Ensures that all kitchen employees consistently adhere to uniform, grooming and appearance standards.
Assists in developing standardized recipes.
Assists in menu planning as directed by the Director of Dining Services and/or Executive Chef.
Responsible for appropriate quantities of food needed to meet menu requirements.
Responsible for care and cleanliness of equipment and of related work areas.
Assures timing of preparation to meet service schedules.
Demonstrates alertness to maintain efficient operation of assigned area.
Performs all duties in a safe and efficient manner. Wears safety equipment as required for the job. Reports any safety hazards and/or accidents to supervisor.
In conjunction with the Dietary Services Director or Executive Chef, establish goals for the kitchen, anticipate and resolve problems concerning all facets of the kitchen, anticipate trends, enact approved profit-oriented and cost saving ideas/activities.
Establish and require strict adherence to health department sanitation and food handling guidelines.
The Cook Lead must maintain effective communication within the kitchen, be responsive to staff suggestions and concerns and work to resolve problems.
Maintain effective working relationship with kitchen and dining room management, staff, residents and all other departments.
Conduct regular inspections of the entire kitchen/dishwashing areas and coolers and promptly act to correct deficiencies found during inspection.
Follows highest standards of cleanliness. Follows all federal, state and corporate policies, health codes and guidelines in preparation and handling of foodstuffs.
Follow department safety standards, practice correct body mechanic techniques and participate in campus-wide safety programs.
Attends all mandatory in-service meetings. Complies with all department and facilities policies and procedures.
Understand facility’s fire and disaster plans; follow established procedures during drills and actual emergencies.
Directly and/or indirectly supervises cooks, assistant cooks, and food service workers. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws that may include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Credentials
ServSafe 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
Compensation Disclaimer: The actual compensation offered will depend on a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience, training, education, and licensure/certifications (as applicable).
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.
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Non-profit Organizations
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Front Porch Communities & Services provided pay range This range is provided by Front Porch Communities & Services. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $25.00/hr - $27.00/hr
Claremont Manor Retirement Community
Pay Range: $25.00-$27.00
Schedule: Varies, Afternoon-Evenings
Summary
Under the supervision of Dietary Services Director or Executive Chef, the role of our Lead Cook, is to prepare culinary delights for our residents and execute the menu, ensuring a high level of performance, guest satisfaction and profitability. Residents’ satisfaction in our Community revolves around the food appearance, high quality of the food and overall dining experience. The Sous/Lead Cook II, is responsible for the daily preparation of food items in the pantry, fry stations or other areas of the kitchen.
Detailed Responsibilities
Cook 2 Lead
Provides quality Customer Service efficiently to residents, families, co-workers and vendors in a manner to ensure satisfaction.
Comply with Standards of Service and assists in assuring the same from all kitchen employees.
Participate in actual food preparation, produce food consistently high quality, taste and presentation and expedite during peak meal periods as needed.
Control food cost by assisting in training kitchen staff on the proper methods of food preparation and handling by training kitchen and dining room employees on how to handle leftover food items.
Ensures that all kitchen employees consistently adhere to uniform, grooming and appearance standards.
Assists in developing standardized recipes.
Assists in menu planning as directed by the Director of Dining Services and/or Executive Chef.
Responsible for appropriate quantities of food needed to meet menu requirements.
Responsible for care and cleanliness of equipment and of related work areas.
Assures timing of preparation to meet service schedules.
Demonstrates alertness to maintain efficient operation of assigned area.
Performs all duties in a safe and efficient manner. Wears safety equipment as required for the job. Reports any safety hazards and/or accidents to supervisor.
In conjunction with the Dietary Services Director or Executive Chef, establish goals for the kitchen, anticipate and resolve problems concerning all facets of the kitchen, anticipate trends, enact approved profit-oriented and cost saving ideas/activities.
Establish and require strict adherence to health department sanitation and food handling guidelines.
The Cook Lead must maintain effective communication within the kitchen, be responsive to staff suggestions and concerns and work to resolve problems.
Maintain effective working relationship with kitchen and dining room management, staff, residents and all other departments.
Conduct regular inspections of the entire kitchen/dishwashing areas and coolers and promptly act to correct deficiencies found during inspection.
Follows highest standards of cleanliness. Follows all federal, state and corporate policies, health codes and guidelines in preparation and handling of foodstuffs.
Follow department safety standards, practice correct body mechanic techniques and participate in campus-wide safety programs.
Attends all mandatory in-service meetings. Complies with all department and facilities policies and procedures.
Understand facility’s fire and disaster plans; follow established procedures during drills and actual emergencies.
Directly and/or indirectly supervises cooks, assistant cooks, and food service workers. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws that may include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Credentials
ServSafe 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
Compensation Disclaimer: The actual compensation offered will depend on a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience, training, education, and licensure/certifications (as applicable).
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.
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Non-profit Organizations
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Front Porch Communities & Services by 2x
Sign in to set job alerts for “Lead Cook” roles. Rancho Cucamonga, CA $16.50-$20.00 1 month ago
Jurupa Valley, CA $16.50-$22.00 1 year ago
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