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Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
401k
Fulltime benefits
Part-time Benefits
Training
Development
Career laddering
flexible scheduling
Job Description
Located at 211 Fortress Boulevard in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, this community is dedicated to providing exceptional dining services to its residents, primarily in a senior living environment. The establishment prides itself on creating nutritious and enjoyable meals tailored to the special dietary needs and preferences of each resident. With a focus on fine dining, the organization ensures that meals are prepared with quality ingredients, meticulous care, and attention to dietary requirements, making it a distinguished dining venue within the senior living community. The culture emphasizes teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement through training and development, fostering a supportive environment for both staff... Show More
Job Requirements
- Must have a high school diploma or GED
- must have experience as a cook preferably in senior living for fine dining
- must have leadership experience
- 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
- High school diploma or GED
- experience as a cook preferably in senior living fine dining
- leadership experience
- Serv-Safe certification or willingness to obtain within 60 days
- basic understanding of food service operations including dietary position duties
- ability to read, write and perform simple calculations
- capable of following oral and written instructions
- experienced in food preparation, cooking and estimating food quantities
- knowledge of sanitation and safety principles in food handling
- ability to stand for long periods and work in temperature extremes
- ability to lift 50 lbs regularly
- able to carry heavy objects for 20 feet
- able to perform cooking activities involving pulling, pushing, grasping and reaching
- organized and able to work well in a team
- maintain good personal hygiene and wear designated uniform including slip-resistant footwear
- willing to work flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Job Duties
- Prepare and present menu items according to standard recipes
- assist Dining Services Director with training and supervision of dietary staff
- maintain a clean and orderly work area including floors
- participate in weekly cleaning routines planned by Dining Services Director
- report faulty equipment and broken or chipped tableware and food trays to supervisor and remove these items from meal service
- report incorrect refrigerator and freezer temperatures to supervisor and record these 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
- make appropriate menu substitutions with approval of Dining Services Director when food items are unavailable
- supervise 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
- become familiar with the specific requests and diets of each resident and be alert for changes
- maintain courteous and polite interactions with residents, visitors, and staff
- follow confidentiality policies regarding resident information
- supervise dietary staff in the absence of Dining Services Director and Supervisor
- assist in training new dietary employees
- conduct in-services and training as directed
- attend all required in-services and staff meetings
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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