Are you a skilled Chef/Cook that is looking to join a great team of culinarians? Do you value working with fresh local product?
Westminster-Canterbury of the Blue Ridge is currently looking for key players to become part of our amazing team. Are you ready for a great work/life balance?
At Westminster-Canterbury of the Blue Ridge, we value our associates family's time and encourage them to have a life outside of work.
You must show pride in your work and want to excel. We want team players that take ownership and want to show their skills.
With venues ranging from Fine dining, Bistro Pub, and Coffee Shop there is something for everyone here and our Chef's and cooks have opportunity to get creative with menus.
The ideal candidate will show interest in growing their talents and maintaining a high level of quality and attention to detail. We encourage upward mobility and want to promote from within.
And if you have that competitive spirit, bring it on in our quarterly "Knife Fight" culinary competitions.
The Cook 2 works with minimal supervision for preparations and service of the restaurant, buffets, care areas and banquets. Recommends menu changes to increase resident satisfaction, control waste and improve quality.
This position has a minimum base rate of $16.30 per hour.
\n ResponsibilitiesAssists with job training for new associates in order to teach cooking skills and ensure compliance with safety, sanitary and food preparation requirements.Prepares and directs preparation of regular and special diet foods according to prescribed menus and recipes.Review production sheets and special event sheets in order to prepare appropriate items and quantity of items for assigned menus and events.Checks quality of MEP for area and all cook I in assigned area to ensure all products meet standards. QualificationsExperience in a commercial kitchen or a professional culinary programKnowledge of methods, materials, and practices of food preparationAbility to use standard food preparation utensilsAvailable to work evening, weekends and holidaysAble to uphold Magnetic Values (Multicultural-Accountable-Game Changer- Nurturing- Empowering-Teachable) RequirementsTwo years of experience in commercial, institutional, or related volume food preparation. ServSafe Certification – preferred (can acquire on site)High School diploma, GED or equivalent Benefits SnapshotPaid Time Off packageEducation Program to offer financial assistance with education costsRetirement Savings Plan with a company matchFree Meal while workingPaid HolidaysFree gym and pool accessFree parkingMedical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
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