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OverviewEvery day is an opportunity for our associates to deeply connect with people in a profound and personal way. Our associates are the core of our mission and we know that offering them genuine rewards and heart filling job satisfaction is the key to our success as a company. Here you'll find opportunities to grow your career at any level whether you have direct contact with resident or support someone who does, and be inspired personally. With over 60,000 associates, there's a place for you to make a difference in lives of the families we serve throughout our continuum of care.ResponsibilitiesPrepares and cooks meals for communities and maintains standards of kitchen cleanliness.Prepares all food according to the menu in a safe, sanitary manner under the direction of the dining services coordinator/manager.Ensures proper preparation, portioning, and serving of foods according to standardized recipes.Prepares quality food products according to standardized recipes and menus.Adheres to all safety and sanitation standards.Prepares food in a timely manner at specified meal times.Responds to community issues or concerns that may occur in the dining room.Follows departmental procedures including sanitation, safety, and cleaning schedules.Follows proper cleaning procedures and storage of all dishes, utensils and cooking equipment.Ensures all food in refrigerator, freezer, and dry storage are labeled and dated.Oversees proper food handling and utilization of all foods to prevent contamination, increase quality, and reduce cost.Suggests menu or recipe changes to utilize leftovers and other supplies.Cleans all food service equipment, kitchen and food storage areas.This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.QualificationsEducation and Experience High school diploma or general education degree (GED). One to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Requires knowledge of special diets.Certifications, Licenses, and Other Special Requirements Current ServSafe Certification required. Obtain and hold any local or state required food handling/supervision/sanitation licenses and/or certifications.Management/Decision Making Makes standard and routine decisions based on detailed guidelines with little independent judgment. Problems are generally solved with clear, detailed guidelines or by reporting them to a supervisor.Knowledge and Skills Has a working knowledge of a skill or discipline that requires basic analytic ability. Has an overall understanding of the work environment and process. Has working knowledge of the organization.Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Standing
Requires interaction with co-workers, residents or vendors
Walking
Sitting
Occasional weekend, evening or night work if needed to ensure shift coverage.
Use hands and fingers to handle or feel
Reach with hands and arms
Possible exposure to communicable diseases and infections
Climb or balance
Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
Talk or hear
Taste or smell
Exposure to latex
Ability to lift: Up to 50 pounds
Possible exposure to blood-borne pathogens
Possible exposure to various drugs, chemical, infectious, or biological hazards
Subject to injury from falls, burns, odors, or cuts from equipment
Vision
Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.Schedule: Regular Full-Time
