Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $45,600.00 - $61,500.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Benefits
Supportive team environment
Opportunities for advancement
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Training and development programs
competitive salary
Employee wellness programs
Job Description
Starling at Nocatee Assisted Living is a premier assisted living community dedicated to providing exceptional care and a vibrant lifestyle for seniors. Located in a welcoming and serene environment, Starling at Nocatee combines compassionate care with a focus on enhancing the quality of life for its residents. The community prides itself on delivering personalized services and creating a warm and supportive atmosphere where seniors can thrive. With a strong emphasis on hospitality and resident satisfaction, Starling at Nocatee stands out as a leader in senior living, offering an array of amenities and programs designed to engage and enrich the lives... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 1-2 years of culinary experience in a food service environment
- proven experience as a sous chef or lead cook
- completion of food safety and hygiene training such as ServSafe and Food Handler Certification
- strong leadership and communication abilities
- ability to work efficiently under pressure and manage multiple priorities
- thorough knowledge of sanitation, safety standards, and food production techniques
- familiarity with budgeting and inventory control processes
- willingness to engage directly with residents to ensure satisfaction
- ability to adapt menus to dietary and cultural needs
Job Qualifications
- 1-2 years of related culinary experience in a food service environment with proven experience with references as a sous chef or lead cook
- passion for food and hospitality in a senior living environment
- strong leadership and communication skills
- ability to thrive under pressure and handle multiple tasks
- knowledge of food and industry trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, safety, food cost controls, and presentation
- must have successfully completed food safety training, ServSafe, and Food Handler Certification
Job Duties
- Develops and implements food services policies, procedures, and job descriptions
- plans menus and menu cycles according to cultural and regional food preferences and resident dietary guidelines
- adjusts recipes to appropriate yield
- develops food services budgets and monitors adherence to the budget
- initiates corrective action when food services costs deviate from the budget
- monitors quality and consistency of food including food temperatures, portion control, palatability, and attractiveness
- inventories food items monthly
- actively involved prepping and cooking with the team
- receives and validates all food deliveries against order form
- establishes and maintains an accurate system for tracking meals served
- negotiates and signs food service agreements with vendors
- monitors and corrects safety and sanitation procedures in the kitchen
- interacts with residents during meal times to monitor satisfaction or complaints
- standardizes recipes and tests new products in meal service
- selects, schedules, and conducts orientation and in-service educational programs for personnel
- attends education and training sessions to improve knowledge and skills
- prepares departmental budget and monitors monthly expenditures
- assists other departments to ensure uniform services to residents
- evaluates and recommends equipment purchases
- prepares departmental objectives based on financial analysis
- keeps work records and schedules
- requisitions supplies
- monitors inventory and establishes controls
- performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor
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Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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