Are you looking for a new opportunity to show off your culinary skills? Are you tired of working late evenings/nights? Do you enjoy working with seniors to help provide them well-balanced meals that are based around their dietary needs? Look no further! We are currently accepting applications for Cooks/Sous Chefs for our brand-new luxurious senior living community, Heartis Venice!
Our Cooks work 1st and 2nd shifts - this means no late nights and you get a better work/life balance!
Qualified candidates should have previous experience within the culinary field. Experience in senior living is a plus but not necessary.
Heartis Venice, an AgeWell Solvere Living managed community, is nestled along the picturesque waterfront of Venice, Florida. We offer a unique opportunity to blend luxury living with heartfelt service. At Heartis Venice, we have a passion for serving the Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care residents that call our community home.
As a certified Great Place to Work for 6 years in a row, AgeWell Solvere Living proudly offers:
- Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
- Company-paid Life Insurance and Voluntary Disability
- Paid Time off and Holidays
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
Job Summary:
The Community Cook reports to the Food & Beverage Director and assists in preparing meals in a safe and appetizing manner in compliance with dietary standards and food-related Community policies and procedures.
Cook Procedure:
Essential Functions:
- Prepares food items on Food & Beverage Director's daily menu for Residents within scheduled time frame
- Keeps food service areas clean
- Monitors inventory
- Supervises servers in the absence of the Food & Beverage Director
- Maintains clean, neat, and safe work environment
- Demonstrates knowledge of kitchen equipment including but not limited to: ovens, slicers, mixers, steam tables, steamers, toasters, coffee pots, refrigerators, and freezers
- Assures that Resident diets are being followed
- Assures employees and Resident guest meals are accounted for on a daily basis
- Reports to Food & Beverage Director any loss, breakage, or waste of supplies and equipment
- Observes and communicates to Food & Beverage Director any problems or potential problems in the dietary department
- Has the ability to work with little or no supervision
- Has the ability to cook large quantities of food and deliver a superior product
- Has the ability to guide and instruct others in food preparation and food serving
- Has the ability to maintain professional demeanor under stress
- Has the ability to recognize needs and help others without prompting
- Has the ability to relate well with other employees and Residents of the Community
- Is neat, clean, and works safely
- Maintains current cleaning list and highest standards for kitchen cleanliness
- Respects Resident rights and adheres to Community policy on Resident care
- Performs all other duties assigned by Food & Beverage Director
- Follows all emergency procedures
- Understands all safety policies and procedures
- Reports on-the-job injuries to the Food & Beverage Director before the end of the work shift on the day the injury occurs
- Communicates effectively with Food & Beverage Director and other staff
- Immediately advises Food & Beverage Director of any changes in physical and mental health of a Resident
- Maintains acceptable attendance record, notifying chef if expected to be late or unable to work in accordance with Community HR policies and procedures, and follows work schedule
- Serv Safe Certification required
- Has a working knowledge of rules and regulations related to health and safety in food preparation
- Knowledge of cooking times and temperatures essential in accordance to state guidelines
- Knowledge of various cuts of meat and seasonings
- Demonstrates ability in a wide range of food preparation and skills
- Experienced in dealing with seniors and their dietary needs
- Ability to read, write, and speak English
- Physically able to bend and reach
- Physically able to push and pull and lift up to 40-50 pounds if necessary
- Physically able to stand for extended periods of time
- Ability to work in a hot/humid environment for extended amounts of time
- May be subject to burns from hot foods, cuts from knives, and falls on slippery floors if caution is not used when working
- Can determine quality and palatability of food through taste and smell