Lead Cook - Legacy of Deforest

Park Vista, where we ''Make It Matter'' for our residents, families and team members. Join our team as a Lead Cook to make a difference for others!LEAD COOK BASE WAGE: Up to $47,000 annual salaryLEAD COOK BENEFITS:Paid Time Off (PTO)Medical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceLife InsuranceDisability Insurance401k after one year of employmentLEAD COOK ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:Assist the Director of Culinary Services with recipe and menu creationLead Cook will assist the Director of Culinary Services with planning and executing food/snack/beverage for any marketing, activity and catering eventsAdjust menu and recipes as needed per inventory concerns, unforeseen issues, etc. Lead Cook will fill in for the Director of Culinary Services when they are unavailableAssist the Director of Culinary Services with maintaining proper inventory of kitchen equipment, food and suppliesCoordinate and supervise shift operations, including temperatures checks, cleaning logs and garbage controlLead Cook will assist the Director of Culinary Services with the training of incoming Cooks, Prep Cook/Servers and Dietary Aides to ensure proper sanitation practices and procedures in the food service dept, including dishwashing Assist the Director of Culinary Services with call-offs and covering open shiftsSupervise and prepare quality meals following recipes and menus providedSupervise and ensure the presentation of food in an appetizing manner by plating neatly prior to servingAssist the Director of Culinary Services with receival of food order and ensure all delivered items are put away and stored Wash dishes and use dishwasher safely, as neededFollow safe serving and handling guidelines at all timesMaintain all culinary spaces, supplies and food in an orderly and sanitary manner to meet all state/local regulation + food safety code Lead Cook will comply with regulations regarding hair covering and hand protection during food preparation and servingKeep all kitchen/server areas clean, tidy, and clutter-free; ensure trash removal Field questions or concerns from residents / family members and work with Director of Culinary Services to resolve; receive complaints and bring forth possible solutions*A complete job description available upon hire* PI189494713

Created: 2025-09-06