
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Health FSA
Dependent care FSA
short-term disability
long term disability
Life insurance
Home and auto discount program
Vendor discount program
401(k) with matching contribution
Accrued vacation
Sick
Personal time
Paid Holiday Benefit
Employee Referral Bonus
Resident referral bonus
Job Description
The Highlands on the East Side is a well-established senior living community located in Providence, Rhode Island, dedicated to providing an exceptional living experience for its residents. Known for its commitment to quality care and excellent customer service, The Highlands offers a welcoming and supportive environment for seniors to live comfortably and with dignity. As a full-time employer, The Highlands provides competitive benefits and a professional workplace that values teamwork, leadership, and continuous improvement. The community is focused on creating a nurturing atmosphere where every resident’s nutritional and dietary needs are met with care and precision, emphasizing both quality and... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
- Completion of food service management coursework from a culinary arts college or school or equivalent training and experience acquired through formal training or on-the-job training in appropriate techniques of resident care including nutritional monitoring and assessment, general nutrition, food production and service, sanitation, safety, and commercial kitchen and staff management
- Minimum of 1-3 years experience as a chef with supervisory work experience in a hospitality or healthcare environment
- Serve Safe Certification
- Physically able to move at least 50 lbs without assistance
- Physically able to bend, reach, and work in small areas
- Physically able to push and pull equipment and furnishings
- Physically able to stand for long periods of time
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
- Completion of Food Service Management coursework from a Culinary Arts College or School or equivalent training and experience
- Minimum of 1-3 years experience as a Chef with supervisory work experience in a hospitality or healthcare environment
- Serve Safe Certification
Job Duties
- Plan, develop, organize and implement the Food Service department including hiring and terminating staff in conjunction with the Executive Director
- Meet regularly with the Executive Director and Resident Care staff to ensure compliance with resident dietary requirements and restrictions
- Train staff and monitor or promote independent programs for staff training
- Coordinate and integrate the workflow of the Food Services department with other departments
- Order and purchase food, supplies and equipment as needed
- Inventory, weigh and check all incoming deliveries of food and supplies
- Direct the proper storage of food and supplies and maintain an orderly inventory
- Develop, test and maintain a database of standard recipes
- Ensure the delivery of meals to the dining room at appropriate times
- Assist in food preparation and cleaning duties
- Plan and assist with special events including private dinners
- Periodically conduct a resident response program seeking evaluations of meals
- Evaluate food consumption and determine or minimize waste
- Assist in the preparation of the annual Food Service budget and make efforts to operate within those guidelines
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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