Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
401k
Fulltime benefits
Part-time Benefits
Employee Referral Bonus
Incentives
Training and Development
flexible scheduling
Job Description
Harmony is a respected provider of dining and hospitality services located at 2 Fenwick Road, Hampton, Virginia, focused on delivering high-quality meals and excellent service within community living environments. Known for its dedication to resident satisfaction and operational excellence, Harmony operates within the dining services industry, catering primarily to community residents with unique dietary needs. They maintain a strong commitment to food safety, hygiene, and customer service, making them a trusted name in the local hospitality sector.
The role of the Cook at Harmony is a vital position responsible for preparing meals aligned with approved menus and recipes whil... Show More
The role of the Cook at Harmony is a vital position responsible for preparing meals aligned with approved menus and recipes whil... Show More
Job Requirements
- Must have experience in dining services
- Must 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
- Must be able to learn quickly and apply principles learned
- Must be able to follow oral and written directions
- Must be experienced in food preparation cooking and in estimating quantities of food required
- Knowledgeable of principles and requirements of sanitation and safety in handling food and equipment
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time and withstand temperature extremes wet and or humid conditions and noise
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs on a regular basis or at least eight times per shift
- Must be able to carry heavy objects for 20 feet
- Must be able to pull push grasp and reach adequately to perform necessary cooking activities
- Must be organized and work well with people as part of a team
- Must be in designated uniform including slip resistant footwear during working hours and maintain good personal hygiene
- Must be willing to work a flexible schedule that includes evenings weekends and holidays
Job Qualifications
- Experience in dining services
- Serv-Safe certification or willingness to complete certification within 60 days of hire
- Basic understanding of food service operations including familiarity with dietary position duties
- Ability to read write and make simple calculations
- Ability to learn quickly and apply principles
- Ability to follow oral and written directions
- Experience in food preparation cooking and estimating food quantities
- Knowledge of sanitation and safety principles in handling food and equipment
- Ability to stand for long periods and work under temperature extremes wet or humid conditions and noise
- Ability to lift 50 lbs regularly and carry heavy objects for 20 feet
- Ability to pull push grasp and reach adequately to perform cooking activities
- Organizational skills and ability to work well as part of a team
- Commitment to wearing designated uniform and maintaining good personal hygiene during working hours
- Willingness to work flexible schedules including evenings weekends and holidays
Job Duties
- 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 and record twice daily
- 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 meal 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 readiness for 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
- Be courteous and polite to all residents visitors and staff
- Follow confidentiality policies regarding release of resident information
- Supervise dietary staff in absence of Dining Services Director and Sous Chef
- Assist in training new dietary employees
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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