Cook - Part time

Columbia, MD, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Part-time

Compensation

Type:

Hourly

Rate:

Range $17.00 - $18.00

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan with company match

Company-paid short-term disability

company-paid long-term disability

basic life insurance

Paid holidays

Paid vacation program

Job Description

Residences at Vantage Point is a well-established senior living community committed to enhancing the lives of older adults through compassionate and attentive care. This esteemed residence prides itself on creating a warm, welcoming environment where residents feel valued and supported as if they were members of the staff's own families. Situated in a serene and comfortable setting, Residences at Vantage Point offers a variety of living options designed to meet the unique needs of each resident, including assisted living and memory care services. The community fosters a culture of respect, dignity, and personalized attention, ensuring that every resident's needs and... Show More

Job Requirements

Must be able to stand or walk for up to 8 hours per day
Must be able to bend, stoop, and stretch frequently throughout the day
Moderate to heavy physical effort needed infrequently
Manual dexterity for preparing food required
Ability to use standard industrial kitchen appliances required
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs independently
May be exposed to extreme temperatures for short periods of time
May be exposed to industrial cleaning chemicals
Must be able to see, hear, and communicate with others

Job Qualifications

Ability to plan and organize work, to interpret instructions, recipes, specifications and standards
A minimum of three years experience as a cook in a hotel, restaurant, club or similar institution
Knowledge of kitchen equipment operations and maintenance
Some knowledge of nutrition and diet
Ability to understand and follow instructions in English, communicate effectively, and perform simple arithmetic
Ability to understand measurements and conversions
Wears appropriate black non-slip footwear

Job Duties

Prepares all soups, stocks, sauces
Boils, braises, and roasts items as per standardized recipes
Prepares and serves all sauteed, fried, grilled, steamed and baked items as per standardized recipes
Prepares or directs the preparation of all food served, following standard recipes and special diet orders
Plans food production to coordinate with meal serving hours, ensuring excellence in quality, temperature, and appearance of food
Determines amount and type of food and supplies required for daily menus and ensures supplies are obtained in time for meal production
Maintains assigned workstation in a safe and sanitary condition
Maintains acceptable personal hygiene standards and complies with department dress code

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