Summary: Under the direction of the Culinary Director, primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to, Assisting the Culinary Director in the overall functioning of the dietary department.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

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  Ensure the highest quality of customer service is available for our residents.

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  Assists the Culinary Director with proper orientation and training of new staff.

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  Verifying staff are in proper uniforms daily.

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  Responsible for knowing all information in the employee-handbook.

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  Responsible for maintaining proper/hygienic food handling techniques and the overall sanitation requirements of a food service area and the personnel.

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  Responsible for walking through the dining room during meals communicating with residents regarding satisfaction.

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  Responsible for setting up food and supplies for special events in coordination with the building Executive Director and Lifestyle Director.

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  Responsible for maintaining sanitary conditions in dining room areas.

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  Responsible for overseeing the proper use of all dietary equipment.

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  Responsible for carrying out any emergency procedures required during shift.

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  Notes and reports areas or articles in need of repair.

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  Engage in prospective resident visits.

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  Maintain regulatory compliance where applicable.

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  Other duties as assigned by Culinary Director or Executive Director.

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  All Assistant 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.

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  Excellent communication skills and a compassion for older adults

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  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.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

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  Interpersonal relationship skills

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  Problem solving and logic skills

About American House

Baldwin House Senior Living Communities has been serving seniors and their families for nearly 40 years. Our goal is to provide quality care at an affordable price. Offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, respite care, and hospice care services, there's an Baldwin House that's right for you.

Job types: Full-time

Education: No education required

Work location: On-site