Full-time Cook

Are you interested in working for an organization that values your skills and invests in your career development? Does working for a mission-aligned organization appeal to you?

At Youville Place, As a valued member of our Dining Services team, the Cook plays a crucial role in assisting with meal preparation and ensuring that our residents receive delicious and satisfying meals. With your culinary expertise and diligence, you will contribute to creating a dining experience that enhances our residents' quality of life.

We are committed to your professional development! By strengthening existing, developing new skills, and understanding your career goals, we can help provide you with the education and experience to advance your career.

Benefits Available on first Day of Employment

We offer a comprehensive benefits program with employer-contributed health, dental, and vision insurance, employer paid long term disability and life insurance, referral bonuses, supplemental life and dependent life insurance, short term disability, accident insurance, critical care insurance, prescription drug insurance, retirement benefits, tuition assistance and more!

We offer competitive rates and base our rates off of each candidates experience!

***The rate of pay displayed reflects the beginning of the pay scale. At the time of an offer, determination of your offer will reflect your skills and experience as it relates to the position.***

As a member of the Dining Services, the Cook:

• Assists with meal preparation and presentation under the supervision of the Chef Manager or Director of Dining Services

CORE DUTIES AND DEPARTMENTAL EXPECTATIONS:

• Adhere to policies and procedures of Youville as well as policies specific to department

• Adhere to safety and health regulations and policies
• Assist in emergencies that occur in the residence
• Meet and exceed Youville standards for hospitality and services
• Incorporate the mission and philosophy of Youville into daily tasks
• Demonstrate sensitive communication skills
• Maintain confidentiality
• Organize and complete tasks effectively

• Report changes in resident behavior or unusual circumstances to Chef Manager, Dining Room Manager or Director

• Perform all duties in a manner consistent with regulations set forth by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs
• Participate in continuing education as required by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs

• Youville, in accordance with its mission, is committed to environmental sustainability and the promotion of a healthier environment. All staff members are required to be good stewards of the environment by conserving energy and water resources, appropriately segregating solid, recycling, and bio-hazardous waste streams, and following all procedures for safe use of chemicals in the workplace.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in event and meal planning
• Prepare menu items according to Youville’s standard recipes; FATT (Flavor, Appearance, Taste and Texture

• Adhere to all sanitation protocols and regulations

• Follow HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point) principles
• Document as required by the Department
• Maintain all kitchen equipment in good working order
• Report to the Chef Manager or Director of Dining Services all problems or potential problems with equipment and safety
• Assist with inventory procedures and placing supplies and food orders
• Receive and accept deliveries; assessing food quality and freshness
• Ensure proper food storage
• Organize and maintain dry storage area
• Clean and maintain all refrigerators and freezers including; reach-ins and walk-ins cooler
• Clean and maintain all cooking equipment; oven, stove, steamer, hot holding cabinets, racks, prep tables, steam table and kitchen floor
• Supervise other kitchen staff members to ensure continuity of excellence in the delivery of service, in the absence of the Chef Manager or the Dining Manager
• Prepare, hold and serve food to prescribed temperature
• Records food temperature; following department procedures
• Comply with departmental procedures for cooling, labeling and storage of food and follow proper rotation protocol
• Follow assignments as instructed by the Chef Manager, Dining Manager or Director of Dining

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Understand the rights and needs of older adults
• ServeSafe Certification
• Communicate clearly with residents, staff, and families

• Lift 50 lbs., sit, stand, walk, climb stairs, bend, push and pull as required
• Able to work flexible hours, some weekends and holidays

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND LICENSURE:

• One year experience in cooking or formal training as a cook or prep cook in dining or elder care environment

• Understanding of food handling and preparation
• Good time management skills

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

• Able to communicate clearly in English
• Enabling interaction with coworkers and residents
• Sensitive listening skills, good comprehension, effective speaking ability
• Reading and writing at level needed to fulfill job

REASONING/JUDGMENT ABILITY:

Ability to think clearly, assess and follow up in an appropriate and sensitive manner.

Must be patient and understanding of individual needs of residents and staff; these include physical, emotional and spiritual needs as related to the process of aging and adjustment to an assisted living setting.