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What they do
A Cook prepares food in a restaurant or institutional kitchen. May be responsible for a specific station or type of food preparation in a larger kitchen, or specialize as a short-order or fast-food cook. May prepare meals in private homes, or cater parties.
$39,503 / year median in California
-0% projected decline
Job Description
Lead Cook Aegis Living
•3.1 Fremont, CA Job Details Full-time $30
•$32 an hour 10 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Flexible schedule Paid sick time Qualifications Food waste mitigation Food service workstation cleanliness Food portioning Mid-level Cost control 3 years Kitchen cost control Inventory tracking for food cost management Staff training Kitchen staff training Mentoring Temperature control Materials management in food and beverage Managing kitchen staff Mise en place Production documentation Kitchen stations Kitchen organization
Full Job Description Overview:
Lead Cook
•Hiring Now! Are you interested in a career without late nights and clear growth opportunities? Aegis Living is looking for a Lead Cook to provide quality meals and care to our senior residents. The Lead Cook is responsible completing essential kitchen tasks
•preparing food items that delight residents utilizing a variety of techniques and cooking methods
What We Offer:
Defined Growth Opportunities Flexible Schedules Vacation + Sick Pay +Appreciation Days Medical/ Dental/ Vision 401k
Responsibilities:
What You Will Do:
Preparing meals Supports a disciplined environment and provides supervision in the absence of the Culinary Services Director. Manages food inventory appropriately and sets up work areas/stations with all necessary supplies in advance of meal service. Performs portion control and minimizes waste to keep cost within forecasted ranges for recipes. Understands and maintains all necessary documentation, including but not limited to, time/temperature logs, menus, invoices, etc. Upholding cleanliness standards Helping serve residents Train and mentor new employees Opportunity for growth to
Culinary Services Director Qualifications:
Who You Are:
+3 years of experience as a Cook or Line/ Prep Cook Preferred experience as a Sous Chef/Lead Cook Prefered experience managing food inventory Must be 18+ years of age Food preparation and production experience required Ability to meet all health requirements Must be willing to take 2-step TB test
Who We Are:
Aegis Living is a national leader in retirement, assisted living and memory care; providing the finest in senior lifestyle emphasizing health, quality of life, well-being, and community.
Min Salary:
USD $30.00/Hr.
Max Salary:
USD $32.00/Hr.
Benefits
- Sick Leave
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance