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Mira Vie at East BrunswickEast Brunswick, NJ, USA
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Part-time
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Job description

Welcome to Distinctive Living, we're seeking a Cook ( Part-Time) for our Mira Vie at East Brunswick community in East Brunswick, NJ!

Here at Distinctive Living , we want our people to realize their full potential. 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. We deeply care about our team-members and partners and strive to provide a culture where people feel valued and inspired.

Job Summary

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 quality of meals served, quality of service delivery during meal service and for compliance with special diets offered by the community.

Benefits when choosing a career with Distinctive :

  • Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
  • Paid Time Off
  • 401k Retirement Plan & Life Insurance
  • Team Member Assistance Program

Essential Functions

  • 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 follows 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 provides 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.
  • Ensures they and any employees reporting to them work in a safe manner and that potentially hazardous conditions are managed. Compliant with safety standards.
  • 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.
  • Perform other duties as assigned or needed.
  • Qualifications :

  • 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.
  • Apply today to learn why Distinctive Living is a certified Great Place to Work !

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