Cook - Assisted Living

Through our dedicated, talented staff Lake Gibson Village provides the highest level of professional, friendly services to our residents which, in turn, markedly enhances their lifestyles. We value our employees as much as we value our residents and invite you to apply to work in our supportive team environment. Every employee is appreciated for their contribution and encouraged by co-workers and leadership alike to be successful in their positions. We seek candidates that have a true passion to serve the senior population. If this is you, we look forward to you completing and submitting the application.

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https://www.facebook.com/lakegibsonvillage/ 1. Prepare and serve all food items and meals in accordance with planned menus and recipes ensuring all meals and food prepared are palatable and appetizing. Assist in food preparation for special meals, parties, events, etc. 2. Inspect special diet requests and orders to assure that the correct diet is being served. 3. Prepare and serve substitute foods to residents who refuse foods served. Make only authorized food substitutions and consult with and advise Culinary Director on menu changes. 4. Prepare food and serve in accordance with sanitary regulations, as well as with established policies and procedures. Reports any incidents or infractions to Culinary Director. 5. Ensure that food storage areas are clean and properly arranged at all times. 6. Obtain and maintain a valid Serv Safe/Food Handler's permit. 7. Assist, when requested, in the purchasing of food and supplies. Ensure that stock levels of staple/non-staple food, supplies, equipment, etc., are maintained at adequate levels at all times. Work closely with the Culinary Director in specifying and selecting food products. 8. Dispose of food and waste in accordance with established policies 9. Properly label, date and store all food leftovers. 10. Check in all purchases in absence of Culinary Director. Assist in inventory and storing in-coming food, supplies, etc. as necessary. 11. Assist in serving meals as necessary on a timely basis. 12. Open or close kitchen as dictated by department scheduling. 13. Record temperatures of coolers and freezers as required by company policy. 14. In the absence of the Culinary Director, ensures all staff arrive and/or depart at scheduled times as posted. 15. Responsible for all cleaning items assigned to this position, as posted on daily/weekly checklist and those assigned by Culinary Director. 16. Ensure that the next day's items are in stock and pulled and thawing under refrigeration as dictated by the menus. 17. Prepare soups, appetizers, entrees, vegetables, side dishes, and desserts for both the regular and special diets for the residents, as well as the meals served to the staff and all special events requiring food service. 18. Plan the timing of food production to coordinate with meal serving hours so that quality, temperature, and appearance of food are preserved. 19. Maintain control over meal portions and food consistency. Estimate food requirements and controls serving portions thereby eliminating waste and leftovers. Responsible for the safe storage and efficient use of all items within the kitchen's inventory. 20. Responsible for set-up of carts to be delivered to resident dining areas. 21. Display tact and friendliness when dealing with residents, families and visitors. 22. Provide support to community's marketing efforts through positive/friendly interaction during all property tours and telephone contact with the public, and as directed by a supervisor. 23. Communicate any observed or suspected resident change of condition to a supervisor immediately. 24. Maintain a safe and secure environment for all staff, residents and guests, following established safety standards. 25. Encourage teamwork through cooperative interactions with co-workers and other departments. 26. Support a positive and professional image through actions and dress. 27. Performs other duties consistent with the position as assigned by the

Culinary Director Website:

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Pay:

From $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance

Shift:

Day shift Evening shift Morning shift Ability to

Relocate:

Lakeland, FL 33809: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person