Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
continuing education assistance
Work environment with plants and animals
Job Description
St John’s is a reputable healthcare and retirement community that operates with a mission to provide quality care, a nurturing environment, and a warm sense of community to its residents. Known for its commitment to the Eden Alternative philosophy, St John’s emphasizes creating a home-like atmosphere enriched with plants and animals, promoting holistic well-being and dignity for everyone it serves. The Legacy Campus within St John’s encompasses multiple cottages that deliver specialized culinary and residential services, focusing on comfort, excellent nutrition, and personalized care. The organization values customer service excellence and safety, which is reflected in their detailed operational policies... Show More
Job Requirements
- High School diploma or GED preferred
- Minimum 2 years experience in kitchen, restaurant, or food service management setting
- Serv Safe Certification obtained or must be obtained within first 6 months
- Ability to safely operate kitchen equipment
- Ability to understand diet statements, recipes, and menus
- Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Physical ability to lift and carry heavy items up to 50 pounds
- Ability to prepare and cook a variety of foods
- Skill in food preparation and presentation
- Knowledge of safety and sanitation standards
- Ability to follow safety policies
- Basic arithmetic and recipe adjustment skills
Job Qualifications
- High School diploma or GED preferred
- At least 2 years experience in kitchen, restaurant, or food service management setting
- Serv Safe Certification or willingness to obtain within 6 months
- Ability to safely operate and maintain kitchen equipment including mixers, ovens, fryers, grills, blenders, slicers
- Ability to understand diet statements, recipes, and menus
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team
- Physical ability to lift heavy objects and stand for prolonged periods
- Skilled in cooking and preparing a variety of foods
- Knowledge of food preparation and presentation methods and quality standards
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to follow safety policies and procedures
- Basic arithmetic skills for recipe adjustments
Job Duties
- Collects and delivers food ingredients and supplies from storeroom and coolers for weekly operations for all cottages
- Reviews production schedule and menu to determine food requirements including variety and quantity
- Assists with Cottage Kitchen Coordinators schedules and finding coverage for open shifts
- Assists Nursing Admin with culinary surveys at cottages
- Prepares meals for special cottage events and holidays as needed
- Prepares meals in accordance with special diet statements
- Receives and places food orders and ensures all items are received for all cottages
- Monitors cleanliness of work areas, utensils, and equipment
- Practices appropriate sanitation and safety techniques in accord with Serv Safe
- Practices knife and equipment safety at all times
- Performs daily and weekly cleaning checks
- Monitors labeling of all foods appropriately
- Checks and disposes spoiled or outdated foods
- Maintains and tracks all production records, food temperature logs, and menus
- Attends to day-to-day problems concerning equipment and food supplies
- Follows safety rules and attends mandatory safety trainings
- Supports Eden Alternative philosophy including plants and animals
- Follows St John’s customer service guidelines
- Complies with certification and training requirements
- Performs other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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