Cook - Full-Time Pay based on experience; Every other weekend off; Weekend bonus

Job Description

Job Description

Cook

The Lodge at Truitt Homestead is looking for cooks who are passionate about creating memorable dining experiences while exceeding guest expectations. If you are looking for a positive work environment and want to be part of a culinary team that is proud of the meals they prepare and serve, look no further. The Lodge offers flexible scheduling options and no late evenings. If you are enthusiastic and passionate about providing excellent dining experiences and enjoy the senior population, we want you to be part of our culinary team.

The Perks of Working with Us

• Competitive pay plus comprehensive benefits (available day one of your first full month of employment)

• Generous PTO package, including your birthday as a paid holiday! 

• Medical, dental and vision insurance

• 401k with company match

• Employee assistance program

Top Reasons to Work with Us 

• Family-owned and operated management company

• Team approach to work

• Smaller by design – Vantage Point is not a big national chain and that means more corporate involvement and support of the team

• Make a difference in the lives of those who live with us

Description of responsibilities:

• Prepare food items utilizing standardized recipes

• Determine food and supplies needed 

• Coordinate meal production with service hours

• Monitor food items for temperature, taste, and quality

• Ensure proper preparation, portioning, and serving of food items per the menu cycle and standardized recipes

• Oversee proper food storage procedures

• Complete daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning duties

• Maintain food safety equipment records and food safety temperature records

• Practice all safety and loss prevention measures

• Perform other duties as assigned

Required experience:

• High school diploma/GED

• One (1) year job related experience that includes food preparation, full-line menu items, and therapeutic diets

• Culinary apprenticeship or training preferred

Required skills: 

• Ability to communicate effectively

• Interest in working with a senior population

• Demonstrated customer service skills

• Organizational and time management skills

• Ability to work a flexible schedule 

Who Is Vantage Point Retirement Living?

Headquartered in Exton, Pennsylvania, Vantage Point Retirement Living is a senior living development and management company that has been ensuring area seniors enjoy vibrant, carefree, and healthy lifestyles since 1995. Widely recognized for our hands-on, personal involvement, we have decades of experience creating incredible communities. We are a local family-run organization backed by big-business experience, but regionally focused. Our family-oriented company is invested in our senior living communities because we live here, too. We do senior living…better. And it all starts with our team.

VP Advantage Services LLC/ Vantage Point Retirement Living is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Our company’s philosophy is our commitment to non-discriminatory practices for our residents, staff, and business partners. Through our cultural awareness, we celebrate the diversity of residents and staff by supporting various celebrations, history, and means of acknowledgment of all cultures we serve.