What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Cook - Countryside of Wichita Falls position at Countryside Senior Living of Wichita Falls?
Countryside Senior Living of Wichita Falls is a place where seniors truly feel at home, remain active, and maintain their dignity. Enter any of our residences and you'll sense something special too!
Apply today – seeking a Full-Time Lead Cook for our wonderful Residents. Pay is based on experience.
Job Benefits:
- Immediate Paid Time Off Accrual
- Working in a safe, modern and intimate facility
Job Duties:
- Oversees food preparation and service staff to ensure all meals are prepared according to the planned menu and that standardized recipes are being followed
- Ensures that all foods are prepared using safe methods that will conserve the nutritive value, flavor and appearance, and will be served in an attractive way at the proper temperature
- Maintains awareness of all therapeutic diets and provides instruction to the food service employees on how to prepare and serve those meals
- Oversees shopping and inventory control. Responsible for ordering all food, kitchen supplies, and chemicals used in the food service department
- Responsible for ensuring the kitchen is properly staffed and assures all shifts are covered in the kitchen.
- Performs all other duties assigned by the Executive Director or Supervisor in charge.
Job Requirements:
- A passion for the job and helping others
- Ability to pass a background check and eligibility for employment
- Recognition of the needs and concerns of others, and the ability to build relationships with others from different backgrounds
- Flexibility, adaptability, and a willingness to help where needed
- Ability to physically meet the demands as needed