<p>Key Responsibilities</p> <p>The Opportunity</p> <p>The Cook position is part of the Culinary Team responsible for providing delicious and nutritious meals for our residents, guests, and team members.</p> <p>What You'll Do</p> <p>ESSENTIAL DUTIES:</p> <ul> <li>Prepare meals for residents and their guests in a timely and consistent manner. </li><li>Cook and assemble meals according to established recipes, portion sizes and presentation standards. </li><li>Collaborate with culinary staff, nutritionists, and healthcare professionals to accommodate special dietary needs, allergies and food intolerances of residents. </li><li>Order and inventory food and supplies, monitoring stock levels and rotation to minimize waste. </li><li>Assist with menu development, recipe tasting, and special event planning. </li><li>Ensure work environment and stations are clean and sanitized. </li><li>Inspect food products and supplies as needed. </li><li>Determine food and supply needs based on menu and dietary needs. </li><li>Communicate changes or shortages quickly and effectively. </li><li>Comply with outlined safety regulations, procedures, and 5-Star policies. </li></ul> <p>ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:</p> <ul> <li>Responsibilities include customer service, inventory, food safety and communication. </li></ul> <p>What You'll Bring</p> <p>POSITION REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS:</p> <ul> <li>High School Diploma or equivalent preferred. </li><li>Must be at least 18 years of age. </li><li>Must pass State and Company criminal background/drug screens. </li><li>Demonstrates effective time management skills. </li><li>Experience and/or knowledge of special diets, meal preparation for large groups and safe food handling techniques are required. </li><li>Ability to read and understand recipes, work in a team environment, work flexible shifts, handle multiple tasks at one time and communicate effectively verbally and/or in writing. </li><li>Ability to perform detail work involving math calculations, problem solve, handle emergency situations, read and understand menus. </li><li>Strong working knowledge of food preparation techniques, cooking methods, and safety and sanitation practices. </li><li>Comfortable standing, stopping, squatting, twisting, and moving frequently. </li><li>Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds. </li></ul> <p>Location Information</p> <p>Fox Ridge Manor is a beautiful community in Vincennes, IN, with more than 40 units offering independent living.</p>