Cook/ Prep Cook/ Sous Chef

Cook/Sous Chef PositionThe Cook/Sous Chef prepares nutritious, high quality meals with a hospitality focus for residents enjoyment in accordance with all laws, regulations and company standards. Reports to the Dining Services Director.QualificationsMust have high school diploma or equivalentMust have 1 year scratch food preparation experienceMust have prior experience regularly preparing meals for large groupsMust be able to be ServSafe certifiedPrimary Job ResponsibilitiesMaintains system to ensure timely meal servicesChecks daily menu and special events calendar to ensure necessary food and supplies are availablePrepares meals meeting nutritional requirements as well as appetizing in appearanceGarnishes plates to enhance overall dining experiencePrepares food based on standardized recipesMakes only authorized substitutionsSeasons food appropriatelyServes food based on established portion controlsAssists in preparation of special meals and for special eventsEstimates portions and utilizes leftovers appropriately to reduce food costsOperates kitchen within state and county regulations including sanitation, food storage, recordkeeping, food temperatures, portion sizes, chemical usage/storageOperates kitchen equipment safely and efficiently: steamer, oven, grill, meat slicer, mixer, grinder, dishwasher, etc.Maintains cooler and freezer properly: dates and labels food, no food on floor, etc.Assists with putting up stock on delivery daysAssists with daily kitchen duties: washing pots/pans, putting up stock, removing trash and boxes, cleaning steam table and checking water levelsCompletes daily cleaning assignmentsMaintains a clean and sanitized work environmentFollows local and state handwashing procedures to ensure food safetyAssists with supervisory duties in absence of Dining Services DirectorAdditional RequirementsMust enjoy serving seniorsMust demonstrate excellent customer service and hospitalityMust demonstrate trustworthiness and dependabilityMust work efficiently and effectively with little to no supervisionMust demonstrate effective communication skillsMust be able to work in a fast paced environmentMust demonstrate good planning skillsMust be able to multi task and meet deadlinesMust maintain a professional appearance in accordance with Company standardsMust be able to receive and resolve complaints graciouslyMust be responsive to resident requestsDisplays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Century Park's Code of Ethics and completes all required compliance trainingWho We AreAt Century Park Associates, we are dedicated to creating an enriching lifestyle for our residents and a rewarding work environment for our valued associates. We take pride in providing an atmosphere where relationships of trust, leadership and personal ethics are not only valued, but expected of all our associates. Our "people come first" approach ensures that excellence, respect and outstanding service are apparent in all we do as an organization. We believe in caring for and loving our residents and strongly support their ability to continue growing, learning and contributing. Every day, team members at Century Park Associates choose to go beyond their job descriptions, exceeding expectations, on behalf of their residents. They have learned that those who go the extra mile receive rewards happiness of heart and peace of mind.