Area Support Cook - American House Senior Living Communities

Area Support Cook Position Summary: 

Under the direction of the Regional Culinary Director, primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to, traveling to and assisting any area community in the overall functioning of the Culinary Department.

Primary Responsibilities for Area Support Cook:

• Ability To travel to Warren and Hazel Park locations. 
• Fill in to provide the highest quality of customer service for our residents.
• Ability to step in and follow American House Menu.
• Ability to place minimal food orders in an emergency if needed.
• Responsible for maintaining proper/hygienic food handling techniques and the overall sanitation requirements of a food service area and the personnel.
• Responsible for overseeing the proper use of all dietary equipment.
• Responsible for carrying out any emergency procedures required during shift.
• Notes and reports areas or articles in need of repair.
• Ability to properly serve and expedite food during dining service.
• Maintain regulatory compliance where applicable.
• Other duties as assigned by Culinary Director, Executive Director or Corporate Executive Chef.
• All Area Support Cooks must obtain and maintain a Serve Safe Certification.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. 

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Excellent communication skills and a compassion for older adults.

Training and experience in dietary/food service techniques.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret facility forms, signs and product instructions.

Ability to speak clearly and interpret verbal communication.

• Founded in 1979, American House Senior Living Communities’ vision is to provide high-quality housing for senior at a price affordable for retirees and their families. That vision of excellence has endured for nearly 40 years and expanded to serve residents at a number of senior housing communities. Our mission is to enrich the lives of those we serve, providing an environment that fosters meaningful relationships. Our vision is to be an innovative senior housing company that created sustainable excellence and stakeholder value, with an unparalleled commitment to passionate care provided by compassionate people.