Cook (FT) 11A-7P (IL)

Harmony Senior Services - Mechanicsville, VA

Full-time

Mechanicsville, VA

Nursing and Residential Care Facilities

About the position

The Cook at Harmony Collection at Hanover is responsible for preparing meals according to approved menus and recipes, while considering the special dietary needs of residents. This role includes supervising dietary staff in the absence of the Dining Services Director and ensuring the kitchen operates efficiently at all times. The Cook plays a vital role in maintaining food safety and sanitation standards, as well as providing excellent service to residents.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present menu items according to standard recipes
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area at all times, including floors
• Participate in weekly cleaning routines planned by Dining Services Director
• Report faulty equipment, broken or chipped tableware and food trays to supervisor, and remove these items from meal service
• Report incorrect refrigerator and freezer temperatures to supervisor immediately, recorded two times per day
• Ensure all leftover food is properly cooled, stored, identified and dated
• Observe good safety practices
• Monitor and control portion sizes to minimize food waste
• Remove frozen food items from freezer for next day preparation and begin preparation for next day meal
• Make appropriate menu substitutions with approval of Dining Services Director
• Supervise all assigned duties to ensure kitchen is ready to provide meal service
• Ensure kitchen area is clean and ready for next day operation when working evening shift
• Take and record food temperatures three times daily
• Attend required in-service and staff meetings
• Complete all other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Experience in dining services
• Serv-Safe certified or willing to complete certification within 60 days of hire
• Basic understanding of food service operations
• Ability to read, write, and make simple calculations
• Ability to learn quickly and apply principles learned
• Ability to follow oral and written directions
• Experience in food preparation and cooking
• Knowledge of sanitation and safety principles in handling food and equipment
• Ability to stand for long periods and withstand temperature extremes, wet/humid conditions, and noise
• Ability to lift 50 lbs regularly or at least eight times per shift
• Ability to carry heavy objects for 20 feet
• Ability to pull, push, grasp, and reach adequately for cooking activities
• Organized and able to work well with people as part of a team
• Maintain good personal hygiene and wear designated uniform during working hours
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Benefits

• 401k
• Fulltime & Part-time Benefits Packages
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Incentives (free meals, movie tickets, dining, automotive deals, retail discounts, finance/legal, consulting, electronics, and more!)
• Training, Development & Career Laddering
• Great work-life balance
• Flexible Scheduling
• Telehealth
• Flex Spending
• Health Savings Account Options