Description

Are you looking for a work environment where diversity and inclusion thrive? Submit your application with Blue Skies today and find out what it truly means to be a part of a team.

We are committed to providing our team with the support they need. At Blue Skies of Texas, we offer medical, dental, and vision benefits! Some of our unique benefits we offer are:

• Tuition Reimbursement & Scholarship Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• A generous PTO program
• Retirement plans

As a Lead Cook: Responsible to the Head Cook and Executive Chef for the overall success of the food production for the assigned shift, oversee the chain of food preparation work done by the line cooks. Performs a variety of routine tasks and operations to prepare and cook food items as assigned for the meal service. Adheres to and complies with established Blue Skies, Morrison’s, and applicable regulatory agencies policy standard practices and procedures. This position oversees the kitchen’s assigned production, shift management, and culinary tasks, including sanitation and safety. This position also motivates, trains, develops and directs the back of house employees to accomplish the objectives of the operation to the satisfaction of the residents.

What you will do in this role:

• Supervision and Development of Staff
• Assists with training and supervises the daily conduct of the staff.
• Supervises the adherence to proper uniform standards following the employee handbook and established account guidelines.
• Ensures that all trainings are documented.
• Checks and supervises documentation, kitchen logs and all check lists for their shift and assists with other shifts as needed.
• Food Programs:
  • Oversees that all production, challenges and tasks are carried out in a time effective manner.
  • Ensures that high quality food items are creatively well prepared and presented in a cost effective manner.
  • Prepares a well balanced menu that meets the cultural and dietary needs of the residents.
  • Meets and exceeds the expectations of the customer and client perceived value.
  • Ensures that all products and ingredients that are used are purchased following purchasing standards and sustainability commitments.
  • Works with management team to ensure that all display, catering and café culinary set up meet specific account standards.
  • Makes sure all kitchen waste is disposed of properly in the most sustainable manner as supported by the client
  • Represents the company in a courteous, efficient, and friendly manner in all customer, client and employee interactions
  • Interacts with customers and resolves customer complaints in a friendly and service oriented manner
  • Communicates with the Client honestly, accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Kitchen & Café Supervision
  • Supervises the proper garnishing and presentation of food.
  • Ensures that overall café meets the standards.
  • Monitors daily signage for proper spelling and descriptions.
• SECONDARY DUTIES:
  • Special Events
  • Assists Executive Chef & Catering Management team with special events
  • Note: Job duties are subject to change as needed.
• FOOD AND SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Adheres to all Health Department, OSHA and ADA regulations.
  • Follows all Safety Manual guidelines.
  • Develops and revises station specific daily and weekly cleaning checklists and oversees their accomplishment.
  • Conducts monthly chat meetings, and ensures that regular trainings are occurring in units
  • Reports any injury, accident and/or food borne illness incident for customers and/or staff accurately and in a timely manner to the Director of Dining Services.
  • Trains all personnel in safe operating procedures of all equipment, utensils and machinery. Provides safety training in lifting, carrying, hazardous material control, chemical controls.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Required: 2 years kitchen supervisory experience or applicable culinary experience in a similar volume, quality food service establishment. Possess general hospitality knowledge and interest in sustainability and sustainable food practices. Has the ability to operate Web based ordering systems, process customer requests, changes to orders, menu updates and client profiles. Proficient with word processing and composing basic email memos.
• Required: A working knowledge of the various equipment in the kitchen, i.e. slicer, slow cooker, knife handling, etc.
• Required: Must show proof of successful completion and certification of a Texas Food Handlers Program or successfully complete within 60 days of hire.
• Preferred: High school diploma or equivalent. Possess a two-year degree in culinary arts, hotel/restaurant management, or a food service-related field of study.

In 1970, the first of our two campuses opened in San Antonio. Air Force Village I was followed in 1987 by Air Force Village II. For decades, our campuses created a community for officers of the armed forces - a retirement lifestyle rich with camaraderie and the shared common bond. We began by providing support to the widows of those who have served, and that legacy continues. In 2014, we expanded our eligibility to embrace a wider range of retired seniors, including those from civilian careers. With this change, a new name - Blue Skies of Texas - was added, and the campuses were renamed Blue Skies East and Blue Skies West. Continuing to offer modern residences and a range of senior-focused services and amenities, the Air Force Village legacy we cherish carries forward in Blue Skies of Texas.

If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage you to apply. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be directly contacted by a member of our team. We are actively interviewing so apply today!