Century Park Associates
Job Title
Cook / Prep Cook / Sous Chef
Company Century Park Associates
Position Summary The Cook/Sous Chef prepares nutritious, high-quality meals with a hospitality focus for resident enjoyment in accordance with all laws, regulations, and company standards. Reports to the Dining Services Director.
Qualifications
Must have high school diploma or equivalent
Must have 1 year of scratch food preparation experience
Must have prior experience regularly preparing meals for large groups
Must be able to be ServSafe certified
Primary Job Responsibilities
Maintain system to ensure timely meal services
Check daily menu and special events calendar to ensure necessary food and supplies are available
Prepare meals meeting nutritional requirements as well as appetizing in appearance
Garnish plates to enhance overall dining experience
Prepare food based on standardized recipes
Makes only authorized substitutions
Season food appropriately
Serve food based on established portion controls
Assists in preparation of special meals and for special events
Estimate portions and utilize leftovers appropriately to reduce food costs
Operate kitchen within state and county regulations including sanitation, food storage, recordkeeping, food temperatures, portion sizes, chemical usage/storage
Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently: steamer, oven, grill, meat slicer, mixer, grinder, dishwasher, etc.
Maintain cooler and freezer properly: dates and labels food, no food on floor, etc.
Assists with putting up stock on delivery days
Assists with daily kitchen duties: washing pots/pans, putting up stock, removing trash and boxes, cleaning steam table, checking water levels
Complete daily cleaning assignments
Maintain a clean and sanitized work environment
Follow local and state handwashing procedures to ensure food safety
Assists with supervisory duties in absence of Dining Services Director
Additional Requirements
Must enjoy serving seniors
Must demonstrate excellent customer service and hospitality
Must demonstrate trustworthiness and dependability
Must work efficiently and effectively with little to no supervision
Must demonstrate effective communication skills
Must be able to work in a fast paced environment
Must demonstrate good planning skills
Must be able to multi task and meet deadlines
Must maintain a professional appearance in accordance with Company standards
Must be able to receive and resolve complaints graciouslyMust be responsive to resident requests
Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Century Park’s Code of Ethics and completes all required compliance training
Who We Are At Century Park Associates, we are dedicated to creating an enriching lifestyle for our residents and a rewarding work environment for our valued associates. We take pride in providing an atmosphere where relationships of trust, leadership and personal ethics are not only valued, but expected of all our associates. Our “people come first” approach ensures that excellence, respect and outstanding service are apparent in all we do as an organization. We believe in caring for and loving our residents and strongly support their ability to continue growing, learning and contributing. Every day, team members at Century Park Associates choose to go beyond their job descriptions, exceeding expectations, on behalf of their residents. They have learned that those who go the extra mile receive rewards happiness of heart and peace of mind.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Part-time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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Company Century Park Associates
Position Summary The Cook/Sous Chef prepares nutritious, high-quality meals with a hospitality focus for resident enjoyment in accordance with all laws, regulations, and company standards. Reports to the Dining Services Director.
Qualifications
Must have high school diploma or equivalent
Must have 1 year of scratch food preparation experience
Must have prior experience regularly preparing meals for large groups
Must be able to be ServSafe certified
Primary Job Responsibilities
Maintain system to ensure timely meal services
Check daily menu and special events calendar to ensure necessary food and supplies are available
Prepare meals meeting nutritional requirements as well as appetizing in appearance
Garnish plates to enhance overall dining experience
Prepare food based on standardized recipes
Makes only authorized substitutions
Season food appropriately
Serve food based on established portion controls
Assists in preparation of special meals and for special events
Estimate portions and utilize leftovers appropriately to reduce food costs
Operate kitchen within state and county regulations including sanitation, food storage, recordkeeping, food temperatures, portion sizes, chemical usage/storage
Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently: steamer, oven, grill, meat slicer, mixer, grinder, dishwasher, etc.
Maintain cooler and freezer properly: dates and labels food, no food on floor, etc.
Assists with putting up stock on delivery days
Assists with daily kitchen duties: washing pots/pans, putting up stock, removing trash and boxes, cleaning steam table, checking water levels
Complete daily cleaning assignments
Maintain a clean and sanitized work environment
Follow local and state handwashing procedures to ensure food safety
Assists with supervisory duties in absence of Dining Services Director
Additional Requirements
Must enjoy serving seniors
Must demonstrate excellent customer service and hospitality
Must demonstrate trustworthiness and dependability
Must work efficiently and effectively with little to no supervision
Must demonstrate effective communication skills
Must be able to work in a fast paced environment
Must demonstrate good planning skills
Must be able to multi task and meet deadlines
Must maintain a professional appearance in accordance with Company standards
Must be able to receive and resolve complaints graciouslyMust be responsive to resident requests
Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Century Park’s Code of Ethics and completes all required compliance training
Who We Are At Century Park Associates, we are dedicated to creating an enriching lifestyle for our residents and a rewarding work environment for our valued associates. We take pride in providing an atmosphere where relationships of trust, leadership and personal ethics are not only valued, but expected of all our associates. Our “people come first” approach ensures that excellence, respect and outstanding service are apparent in all we do as an organization. We believe in caring for and loving our residents and strongly support their ability to continue growing, learning and contributing. Every day, team members at Century Park Associates choose to go beyond their job descriptions, exceeding expectations, on behalf of their residents. They have learned that those who go the extra mile receive rewards happiness of heart and peace of mind.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Part-time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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