Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $18.00 - $21.00
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Paid Time Off
Holidays
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
401k
Tuition Assistance
Commuter reimbursement
Job Description
University Village Thousand Oaks is a distinguished Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) located in Thousand Oaks, California. This vibrant community provides a range of comfortable villas and apartment homes to hundreds of residents, offering a high quality of life through comprehensive services and amenities. Residents benefit from full-service offerings, including professional restaurant dining, housekeeping and laundry services, maintenance, transportation, fitness classes, wellness programs, and numerous engaging activities designed to promote social interaction and personal well-being. The community is committed to delivering exceptional care and support in a secure, pleasant environment, making it an attractive destination for seniors seeking a fulfilling... Show More
Job Requirements
- Minimum of two years experience as a cook in a hotel, restaurant, retirement community, club or similar institution
- Ability to plan and organize work effectively
- Ability to interpret instructions, recipes, specifications and standards
- Knowledge of kitchen equipment operations and maintenance
- Some knowledge of nutrition and diet
- Culinary education preferred
- Availability to work full time including weekends
Job Qualifications
- Minimum of two years experience as a cook in a hotel, restaurant, retirement community, club or similar institution
- Ability to plan and organize work, to interpret instructions, recipes, specifications and standards
- Knowledge of kitchen equipment operations and maintenance
- Some knowledge of nutrition and diet
- Culinary education preferred
Job Duties
- Responsible for preparing and serving all food items based on standardized recipes to include, but not limited to: boils, braises and roasts as well as fries, steams, grills, and bakes
- Assists in food prep assignments to include daily prep, special functions, banquets, catering, holiday and special events
- Plans food production to coordinate with meal serving hours and determines amount and type of food and supplies required for daily menus
- Ensures that excellence, quality, temperature and appearance of food are preserved
- Follows all safety procedures when handling kitchen equipment and complies with department sanitation standards and personal hygiene/uniform standards
- Performs other duties as required and assigned by chefs and/or supervisor
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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