What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cook position at Carol Woods Continuous Care Retirement Community?
Are you looking for a place where you are both challenged and valued? Where you have an opportunity to make a real difference? Then take a closer look and you will find a place like no other. At Carol Woods, staff and residents work together to create the community they desire, and our success is measured by the impact that we make and the quality of life for everyone.
While we offer a competitive salary, full benefits package, and variety of on-site perks, what makes us unique is the people. We have a rare culture that is proven through how long people stay with us and our ranking by Fortune as a Great Place to Work. Additionally, during these hard times, we continue to provide staff with the tools needed to be safe, healthy, and successful (e.g. personal protective equipment, screening process, and an infection prevention team that strategizes around COVID-19).
We are seeking a dependable, friendly team player who is willing to jump in, takes pride in their work, and enjoys older adults. Our goal as a department is to deliver delicious, high quality meals and stand out service to our residents while providing a supportive, collaborative work environment for staff. The total culinary experience is a critical component of the organizational fabric – the food, the dining experience, the positive engagement with staff.
COOK
PRIMARY FUNCTION:
Perform food production for all aspects of dining services.
The person in this role is also expected to:
- Uphold and put into daily practice the values of Carol Woods.
- Support the well-being and quality of life of every individual resident.
- Function as a good steward of resident resources.
- Contribute to Carol Woods approach to continual quality improvement.
- Support the concepts of a learning organization.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
· Prepare all menu items in accordance with the Chef’s guidelines.
· Complete production within requirements of scheduled meal times.
· Maintain and follow posted and sanitary procedures as required by the Health Department.
· Follow FIFO (first-in-first-out) procedures when handling food stock items.
· Keep all kitchen areas clean and organized.
· Monitor food temperatures.
· Assist Chef with the refining of menu items and kitchen procedures.
· All other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMNENTS:
Education:
High school diploma
Experience:
5 years direct involvement with production in food service required.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
Full-Time: 80 hours per pay period (1)
Part-Time: up to 56 hours per pay period (1), part time cooks receive priority consideration when full-time positions become available.
**ATTENTION APPLICANTS** – Effective September 24, 2021 As a condition of employment, Carol Woods requires both the flu and COVID vaccines, subject to a documented exemption that would have to be approved by Carol Woods. New employees will be required to be fully vaccinated within five (5) weeks of their start date.
