Cook/Hospitality Part Time

We're seeking a Cook Part-Time for our Inspired Living community in Kenner, LA.
We're passionate about personal and professional growth and will do everything we can to help you flourish. The impact we make goes beyond the walls of the communities we work with. From our team members to partners, we aim to encourage a lasting positive impact in your life so that you can do the same for your residents. The Cook position works under the Director, Restaurant and Hospitality, and supports all activities of the Restaurant and Hospitality Department and Dining Room. The position is responsible for the quality of meals served, the quality of service delivery during meal service, and for compliance with special diets offered by the community.
Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

• 401k Retirement Plan & Life Insurance
• Supports the Director, Restaurant and Hospitality with planning, directing, controlling, communicating, and coaching in the Food Service Department.

• Follows the Menu Program that meets nutritional requirements, as directed by the Director, Food Service. If assisting with food purchasing, then follow the buying practices approved by the management company. Conforms to policy and procedures for all special diets offered.
• Responds to resident likes and dislikes maintaining high resident satisfaction. Ensures that all foods are prepared to the satisfaction of residents and in accordance with safe food handling practices.
• Maintains food temperatures and time controls during storage, production, and serving according to required food safety standards. Correctly uses equipment that meets all health department standards. Stores and dates all food items appropriately and properly.
• Ensures that staff provide a service to maintain good resident experiences during meal times. Circulates in the dining room to ascertain resident preferences and satisfaction with meals.
• Provides input and support to the Director, Restaurant and Hospitality on new hires and training staff in the dietary department. Provides input to the Director, Food Service, on evaluations as needed with all staff to ensure that all work done in the dietary department is done appropriately. Brings all performance issues to the Director, Restaurant and Hospitality.
• Maintains a clean kitchen. This includes all equipment, walls, dry storage, cold storage, cooking and preparation surfaces, and dish storage areas.
• Fosters teamwork with co-workers, shows initiative in overcoming obstacles, takes actions to assist others beyond job responsibilities, and has a positive impact on co-workers, residents, and visitors.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Minimum of one year of experience in food service required.
Minimum of three years' experience in food service preferred.