What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kitchen Staff position at Turnbridge?
What We Offer:
At Turnbridge, we believe we offer career growth, training opportunities and a fun work environment. Turnbridge is not just a job but a lifestyle. You can build lasting relationships with both co-workers and clients. If you are curious, open-minded and care about helping people, then Turnbridge is the place for you.
Benefits:
- Competitive Salary
- Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Paid time off
- 401K
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
General Summary:
Turnbridge is looking for cooks with basic cooking skills. Primary responsibility is to prepare food in accordance with established menus, recipes and sanitary standards. The position requires a team player mentality who possesses excellent communication skills.
- Ensures that all dietary procedures are followed in accordance with established policies.
- Assists in standardizing the method in which work will be accomplished and that meals are served on time.
- Prepares meals in accordance with planned menus, adhering to all sanitary regulations.
- Prepares and serves meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance.
- Prepares food with standardized recipes and adheres to special diet orders.
- Prepares evening snacks; Prepares substitute meals for residents who prefer other food.
- Works with other departments as necessary in relation to food service needs.
- Assists management with ordering of food and supplies.
- Assists in inventorying and storing food and supplies
- Work closely with residents and help assistant them with their dietary needs
- Our client residences with kitchens are located within New Haven.
Key skills:
- Excellent customer service skills
- A flair for cooking
- Flexibility - able to be flexible with personal scheduling/program scheduling
- Good interpersonal Strong Communication skills
- Problem-solving
- Organized
- Teamwork skills
- Being energetic
- Strong time management
- Responsible/Trustworthy
Schedule:
- We are looking for candidates that can accommodate a flexible schedule.
Education:
- Candidates need to have understanding of techniques and knowledge of food service.
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
Experience:
- Minimum of two (2) years experience in an institutional food service environment, or enrollment in culinary program and strong desire to learn.
- Experience in an Assisted Living, Long-Term Care, hospital or other health care environment preferred.
Other Requirements:
- Drivers license
- Serve Safe Certified
Experience
Required- 2 year(s): Kitchen Experience
Behaviors
Preferred- Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
- Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
- Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
