BETHESDA GROUP

Chef / Cook - PRN

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Temporary
Hourly
Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $18.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life insurance
Health savings account
Flexible spending account
Company matching 403(b) Plan
Paid vacation
paid personal leave
Paid sick leave
Paid holidays
Paid Volunteer Program
Employee assistance program
Wages on Demand

Job Description

Bethesda Senior Living Communities is a reputable organization dedicated to providing quality care and services to the elderly community. Located at 381 The Gardens at Broadmoor Court in Colorado Springs, CO, this establishment focuses on creating a warm, supportive, and nurturing environment for seniors. As a part of Bethesda Senior Living Communities, the team is committed to enhancing the lives of its residents through compassionate care, thoughtful service, and a community-oriented approach. Their focus on senior living means they provide access to specialized services tailored to the unique needs of older adults, ensuring comfort, safety, and nutritious dining experiences within... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Must possess education that provides skills to read, comprehend, and follow recipes and procedures
  • High school graduate or equivalent
  • Culinary training preferred
  • Has appropriate health certification as required by local state and federal health departments
  • Availability for weekends and holidays
  • Ability to lift and carry a minimum of 20 pounds frequently and 50 pounds occasionally
  • Ability to stand for long periods and perform physical kitchen duties
  • Must be able to work independently
  • Must maintain confidentiality
  • Must maintain a professional appearance and demeanor

Job Qualifications

  • Knowledge of menu planning for geriatric residents
  • Excellent cooking and baking skills
  • Knowledge of restricted diets such as diabetic, low fat, salt free, liquid, etc
  • Interpersonal skills to communicate with residents and staff
  • Must show compassion and genuinely care for the elderly
  • Must be knowledgeable of the location of the MSDS sheets on hazardous materials and able to understand the guidelines
  • Must be able to work independently and prioritize workload as emergencies arise
  • Must be able to expand recipes
  • Demonstrates a servant heart and attitude by following the Bethesda Senior Living Communities' Mission Statement

Job Duties

  • Cooks meals according to established recipes and menus
  • Assists Culinary Services Director in creating menus that meet the residents' nutritional needs and accommodates residents' food preferences
  • Presents meals that are pleasing to the eye and palate
  • Sets up kitchen and preps according to each day's menu, preps for next day
  • Cleans dishes, floors, walls and kitchen equipment maintaining sanitary guidelines according to community's policies and procedures
  • Maintains an organized, clean, and safe storeroom, coolers, and kitchen
  • Assists in planning and cooking of special meals
  • Maintains proper temperatures of steam table, dishwasher, refrigerator and freezer
  • Maintains confidentiality of residents' personal information in and out of the community and protects and supports residents' rights
  • Maintains a professional appearance by wearing clean, pressed uniform and a demeanor that encourages a positive nurturing environment for the residents, families, vendors, and guests
  • Maintains a positive customer service environment and practices honesty and integrity in all aspects of performance
  • Ensures adequate daily coverage for meal service by communicating with the Culinary Services Director and/or Host/Hostess, to include taking resident orders for meals, providing drink refills according to residents' / guests' requests, assists with the cleaning, resetting and preparation of the dining room in-between mealtimes
  • Performs all other duties as assigned or required

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location