Lead Cook

COMMUNITY NAME

Maplewood Park Place

JOB OVERVIEW

The Cook uses their knowledge and experience in food production to ensure the proper, timely, and safe preparation and service of food according to established recipes, while adhering to all food safety and sanitation requirements and maintaining a safe and orderly kitchen. Responsible to effectively manage all food production in the absence of the Dining Services Coordinator.

RESPONSIBILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS

 

Essential Duties

As a part of the Sunrise team, supporting our Mission, Principles of Service and Core Values is a fundamental part of this job. Our foundational belief is the sacred value of human life. The unique responsibilities for this role include but are not limited to the essential functions listed as follows:

• Ensure high standards for food taste and quality are upheld at all times.
• Prepare and serve meals in a timely manner and in accordance with established standardized recipes and menus.
• Utilize production sheets to accurately record food production quantities and cooking, holding, and cooling temperatures.
• Prepare required dietary modifications as ordered.
• Use Sunrise systems per guidelines for order taking and meal delivery to ensure accuracy.
• Stock, rotate, date, and store product according to food safety standards and regulations.
• Maintain clean and organized kitchen, storage, and work areas.
• Complete assigned cleaning duties and ensures accuracy of daily and weekly cleaning logs.
• Maintain accurate equipment logs and report any issues promptly.
• Maintain all cooking equipment in a safe and working order and report any issues promptly.
• Comply with national/provincial regulations pertaining to occupational health and safety requirements and Risk Management programs and policies, adhere to safety rules and regulations, and practices safety procedures at all times including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), fire extinguishers, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and Lockout Tagout procedures.
• Responsible for performing other Dining Services duties when assigned by community leadership in the following areas, but not limited to:
• Perform dishwashing tasks to properly wash and sanitize all dishes and china, silverware, glassware, utensils, and cookware.
• Operate dish machine(s) according to manufacturer instructions.
• Perform light janitorial duties, including but not limited to sweeping work areas, sanitizing production areas, and emptying trash.
• Clean assigned kitchen equipment, including but not limited to stoves, ovens, fryers, microwaves, mixers, slicers, refrigerators, freezers, worktables, prep sinks, ice makers, coffee machines, hoods, and ventilation screens.
• Assist with service in the dining areas as needed.

Collaboration, Engagement, and Team Success

• Participate and commit to working toward team goals.
• Demonstrate our Team Member Credo in daily interactions.
• Commit to serving our residents and guests through our Principles of Service,
• Contribute to the overall engagement programs for both residents and team members.
• Attend regular meetings; Town Hall, Department Team, Cross Over, and others as directed by the Dining Services Coordinator (DSC).
• Maintain compliance in assigned required training and all training required by state/province or other regulating authorities as applicable to this role to ensure that Sunrise standards are always met.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies

• Written and verbal skills for effective communication
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Demonstrate good judgment, problem solving, and decision-making skills
• Ability to handle multiple priorities

Experience and Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed throughout this job description are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required.

• One (1) year job related experience including food preparation in a restaurant, hotel, or other similar environment
• High School Diploma/GED
• Maintain the following certifications and ongoing training and re-education as required by Sunrise and regulations and laws as applicable:
• CPR Certificate and First Aid Certificate
• ServSafe® Manager Certificate
• Local Health Department Food Handler Card
• Prior culinary apprenticeship or training a plus