Entree Cook

Position: Entree Cook Pay: $22 hourly Schedule: Varied Who we are: Walk through our doors and see the difference in the future with senior living and care. We provide upscale resort-style living located in beautiful Rancho Bernardo. Casa de las Campanas offers more than just a job. Our team of passionate professionals enhances the lives of seniors in our community every day. Our campus and natural setting reflect our residents’ love of southern California. You will not find our unique combination of an all-inclusive lifestyle, superior hospitality, and beautiful location anywhere else. When our community of well-traveled, outdoor-loving seniors are not visiting other parts of the world, you will find them socializing over dinner, hiking a nearby trail or just enjoying the spectacular views. We are currently seeking a talented Entree Cook . If you are looking for a different perspective on senior living come, join us today! You will enjoy: $0 employee cost share for medical insurance Dentaland Vision Insurance Now offering DailyPay! An employee appreciation bonus, which is funded by our residents Life insurance Long-term disability insurance 403 (b) retirement plan with employer match Tuition reimbursement program PTO and paid holidays Pet insurance AFLAC Monthly Employee Engagement Activities An extraordinary work environment that is both engaging and fun! Who you are: High school graduate Minimum of 2 years production kitchen experience, with 1-year minimum food preparation experience Ability to speak, read and write English Basic cooking skills and creative food presentation skills required Job Summary: The Entree Cook will be responsible for preparing and serving delicious, nutritious meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner while ensuring all food production runs smoothly. The Entree Cook works under the direction of the Executive Chef. The Entree Cook follows production guides and fulfills production needs as assigned. Follows safe food handling practices and maintains all food storage and sanitation standards. The Entree Cook presents high-quality dishes for our residents and catered events, overseeing daily kitchen operations to deliver an outstanding dining experience. Essential Job Duties: Review daily menus and work assignments to ensure smooth kitchen operations. Prepare entrées, soups, and modified diets following standardized recipes and production methods. Set up all food stations before service, ensuring proper food temperatures before and during meals. Portion meat, poultry, and seafood according to established guidelines and maintain portion control throughout service. Taste and adjust dishes as needed to enhance flavor, texture, and presentation. Follow closing procedures to maintain sanitation, food safety, and secure storage practices. Properly label, date, store, and utilize leftover food appropriately. Make menu substitutions when necessary and communicate changes to staff. Monitor and report any safety, sanitation, or food-handling concerns immediately. Follow the daily sanitation schedule and oversee cleaning tasks completed by staff. Adhere to all departmental and facility policies and procedures. Attend mandatory meetings and training sessions. Foster positive interactions with residents, co-workers, and the production team. Work collaboratively and adapt to changes in a professional manner, even under time constraints. Perform other duties as assigned. When you enter a community managed by Life Care Services, you’ll immediately feel the warmth of our Hospitality Promises: We greet you warmly, by name and with a smile. We treat everyone with courteous respect. We anticipate your needs and act accordingly. We listen and respond enthusiastically in a timely manner. We hold ourselves and one another accountable. We make you feel important. We embrace and value our differences. We ask, “Is there anything else I can do for you?” We maintain high levels of professionalism, both in conduct and appearance, at all times. We pay attention to details. All Employees must be able to pass background checks (fitness for duty physical, fingerprinting, employment references) as required by a licensed residential care facility. Some roles within our community require that we ask about your COVID-19 vaccination status. EOE #J-18808-Ljbffr