Senior Cook
1 month ago
Lorton, Virginia, United States
Harmony Senior Services
Full time
Job DescriptionAt Harmony Senior Services, we are seeking a skilled and experienced Cook to join our team. As a key member of our dining services team, you will play a vital role in ensuring the health and well-being of our residents by preparing delicious and nutritious meals.
Responsibilities- Prepare and present menu items according to standard recipes and dietary needs of residents.
- Maintain a clean and orderly work area, including floors, and participate in weekly cleaning routines.
- Report faulty equipment, broken or chipped tableware, and food trays to supervisor, and remove them from meal service.
- Monitor and control portion sizes to minimize food waste and ensure all leftover food is properly cooled, stored, identified, and dated.
- Supervise dietary staff in the absence of the Dining Services Director and Dining Services Supervisor.
- Assist in training new dietary employees and conduct in-services and training at the direction of the Dining Services Director.
- Attend required in-services and staff meetings and complete all other duties as assigned.
- Must have experience in dining services and be Serv-Safe certified or willing to complete certification within 60 days of hire.
- Must have a basic understanding of food service operations, including familiarity with other dietary position duties.
- Must possess the ability to read, write, and make simple calculations, as well as learn quickly and apply principles learned.
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time, withstand temperature extremes, wet and/or humid conditions, and noise, and lift 50 lbs on a regular basis or at least eight (8) times per shift.
We offer a competitive benefits package, including 401k, full-time part-time benefits packages, employee referral bonus, and incentives. If you are a motivated and detail-oriented individual who is passionate about providing exceptional care to our residents, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.