Assistant Cook

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and energetic Assistant Cook to join our culinary team at Rendezvous Pointe Senior Center. In this role, you will play a vital part in delivering high-quality food services by preparing, serving, and maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment. Your expertise and passion for food will help ensure that every meal meets our standards for taste and nutrition. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced setting where teamwork, attention to detail, and a love for providing quality food to senior citizens are essential.

Position: Assistant Cook, Full-Time

This position assists the Head Cook/Kitchen Manager in preparing meals at Rendezvous Pointe Senior Center, including:

• Filling in as head cook when needed
• Provide the Center’s main baking needs (breads, pies, desserts, etc.)
• Assist in assembling home delivery meals
• Assist with inventory and meal planning
• Assist in putting away stock when deliveries come in

Duties

• Have friendly and outgoing personality in order to maintain good relationships with Senior Citizens, Center Staff and other Agencies.
• Responsible for the supervision of all facets of meal(s) preparation, serving and clean up under the direction of the Kitchen Manager.
• Direct and manage all kitchen staff under guidance of the Kitchen Manager.
• Assist with menu planning and meal preparation, ensuring adherence to recipes, nutrition, and portion sizes.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently to support meal preparation.
• Assist with ordering and inventory of foods & food products.
• Awareness of all cost control measures.
• Awareness of all State and Federal standards and regulations in order to maintain health, sanitation, and safety in the dining and kitchen area.
• Follow all food safety standards in handling, storage, and sanitation practices to prevent contamination.
• Maintain and improve when possible, the quality of the meal program.
• Awareness of all Title IIIC standards and regulations to be followed:
• Reading and taking temperature of the freezer, refrigerator, and steam table.
• Make sure all food is at the right temperature before leaving the kitchen or cooking area. Check and post temperature(s) as per required by the State.
• Supervise and assist with kitchen clean-up including refrigerators and freezers.
• Maintain cleanliness and detailing of entire kitchen, including prep and serving areas.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times in and out of the Center.
• Read and adhere to Rendezvous Pointe Policy and Procedure Manual.
• Attend staff meetings.
• Other duties as required.

Requirements

• Previous baking experience preferred.
• Knowledge of menu planning, food preparation, and cooking techniques.
• Experience with food handling safety standards in a restaurant or food industry setting.
• Skilled in operating kitchen equipment such as knives, slicers, ovens, and mixers.
• Certifications: CPR/First Aid/AED and ServSafe.
• Physical Ability: Able to lift up to 50lbs.
• Licensing: Valid driver’s license with clean 5-year Motor Vehicle Report from the DMV.

Join us if you’re passionate about delivering delicious, nutritious meals while maintaining the highest safety standards! We value energetic individuals who thrive in team settings and are eager to contribute their cooking skills. This position offers an engaging environment where your expertise makes a real difference in the dining experience we provide to our seniors and community.

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Paid time off

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)
• ServSafe (Preferred)
• Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED (AHA) (Preferred)

Work Location: In person