Orchard Hill Assisted Living at Sudbury Hiring for Cook (Part-time) Job at Sudbury, MA Full Time

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare all meals in accordance with the established menu and follows recipes provided by the Executive Chef.
• Serve food portions correctly, producing quantities as directed. Report amount produced and accurately record on the production sheet for cost control and future reference.
• Maintain food costs by creatively utilizing leftovers; communicate with Executive Chef and suggest uses for leftovers.
• Check at start of shift that all food required to produce menus are on site.
• Follow sanitary practices in all areas of food production. Clean all cook-related equipment on an on-going basis throughout the food production process.
• Maintain the food inventory in the walk-in cooler. Consistently cover, date and identify all open food or food in production.
• Provide input to the Executive Chef on menu selection.
• Oversee the operation of the kitchen in the absence of the Executive Chef.
• Maintain the highest standards of personal hygiene.
• Responsible for promoting an environment that results in resident satisfaction by exhibiting a positive attitude and timely response to resident needs and requests.
• Follow department and Orchard Hill Assisted Living policies and procedures and federal, state and local laws and regulations, where applicable.
• All other duties as required and consistent with the education and skills required for this position.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Working knowledge of the use of a wide variety of equipment related to the food industry, including but not limited to mixers, meat slicer, deep fryers and microwave.
• Ability to read, write and understand English.
• Demonstrated understanding of cooking fundamentals, including but not limited to stocks, soup, sauté, braise, bake and roast.
• Ability to be flexible and work in an environment that promotes teamwork and collaboration.
• Excellent verbal communication skills, and the ability to relate in a positive and professional way to a diverse resident and employee population.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality regarding residents, employees, staff and the community.
• Demonstrated ability to set priorities, complete assignments in a timely manner while managing multiple duties and responsibilities.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Physically able to move 50 lbs. with or without assistance.
• Physically able to bend and reach.
• Physically able to push and pull equipment and furnishings.
• Physically able to stand for long periods of time.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 – $25.00 per hour

Restaurant type:

• Fine dining restaurant

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Restaurant Experience: 1 year (Preferred)
• Cooking: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: One location