Chef

JOB SUMMARY

The Chef leads and works side-by-side with the management team and staff, delivering outstanding food and customer service, and is recognized as the technical expert and trainer for cooks and kitchen personnel. The Chef has knowledge in the latest health and wellness trends, as well as the desire to learn diet trends. The Chef is also detail-oriented and is able to multitask in the workplace.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 1-2 years experience in a similar role as a chef
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment operations and maintenance.
• Some knowledge of nutrition and diet.
• Food Handler's Certificate.
• Must have a completed TB test, CPR/First Aid certification, and health screening.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Health care food & beverage experience.
• Formal culinary education.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepares and plans weekly menu.
• Manages the daily production of food for around 20 people (including ordering snacks, drinks, and other culinary supplies).
• Controls food and labor costs.
• Ensures preparation, plating and presentation standards are maintained, the appropriate quantity of food is prepared, and safety standards and regulations are followed to provide top quality food.
• Monitors and controls the maintenance/sanitation of the kitchen and equipment to ensure a healthy, safe work environment which meets/exceeds federal, state, corporate and franchise standards and regulations. Leads the development of improvement plans for all the department services related to food production.
• Recommends and evaluates new food products in regard to nutrition management.
• Displays exceptional team-building skills, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to interact with patients, visitors, staff, and all levels of management.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or listen. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers and handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

NOTE:

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at-will" relationship.

Pay:

$25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you have any experience working with mental health or substance abuse clients? Can you pass a livescan background check? Do you have a valid drivers license/ reliable transportation?

Work Location:

In person