Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
401k
Employee Referral Bonus
Incentives
Training
Development
Career laddering
great work-life balance
flexible scheduling
telehealth
flex spending
Health Savings Account Options
Job Description
Located in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, at 211 Fortress Boulevard, this establishment is dedicated to providing quality dining services within a community setting, focusing especially on senior living. The company thrives on delivering nutritious and appealing meals that cater to the special dietary needs of residents, ensuring their well-being and satisfaction. With a strong commitment to maintaining high standards of food safety, sanitation, and service, the organization fosters a supportive and efficient kitchen environment. This kitchen team places a significant emphasis on teamwork, training, and leadership to sustain smooth operations and outstanding meal service.
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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 be 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
- must be 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 for fine dining
- leadership experience
- Serv-Safe certified or willing to complete certification within 60 days of hire
- basic understanding of food service operations including familiarity with other dietary position duties
- ability to read write and make simple calculations
- experience in food preparation cooking and estimating quantities of food required
- knowledge of principles and requirements of sanitation and safety in handling food and equipment
- ability to follow oral and written directions
- ability to learn quickly and apply principles learned
- organizational and teamworking skills
- courteous and polite demeanor
Job Duties
- Prepare and present menu items according to standard recipes
- assist DSD with training and supervision of dietary staff
- 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 temperatures two times per day
- 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 or meal preparation and begin preparation for next day meal
- make appropriate menu substitutions when certain food items are not available with approval of Dining Services Director
- supervise all assigned duties to ensure kitchen is ready to provide meal service
- when working evening shift responsible for ensuring kitchen area is clean and ready for next day operation
- take and record food temperatures three times daily
- attend required in-service and staff meetings
- become familiar with specific requests and diets of each resident and be alert for changes in residents dietary needs likes and dislikes
- be courteous and polite to residents visitors and staff
- follow confidentiality policies regarding release of resident information
- supervise dietary staff in absence of Dining Services Director and Dining Services Supervisor
- assist in training new dietary employees
- conduct in-services and training at the direction of Dining Services Director
- attend all required in-services and staff meetings
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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