Senior Chef

Job Overview:

Ebenezer is looking for a Senior Chef to join our team at Willows Bend in Fridley, MN This position is responsible for ensuring that meals are prepared and presented in accordance with applicable regulations and customer expectations.

This nutrition schedule includes;

• 80 hours every two weeks
• Full time; Day/early evening shift - 10 hour shifts
• Includes every other weekend & holiday rotation

Willows Bend Senior Living offers 136 beautifully designed apartment homes and amenities that encourage an engaging, active lifestyle for older adults, which comes with the peace of mind knowing supportive services and care by Ebenezer is available should your needs change. We offer Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. Located along bustling University Ave in Fridley, MN near 694 interchange and adjacent to the M Health Fairview Fridley Clinic, getting to work couldn't be easier due to the convenience of being located right on the bus line and near the Northstar light rail station Willows Bend Senior Living is developed by Ivy Properties and United Properties, and is managed by Ebenezer, an experienced provider of residential and health care environments since

Responsibilities:

• Food Preparation:
• Properly cook foods to specified temperatures.
• Products meet temperature and quality standards.
• Follow standardized recipes and products to ensure products are consistent in quality and nutritional value.
• Weigh and measure ingredients per standardized recipes.
• Use correct portioning utensils.
• Assemble food within specified time frames.
• Production and meal service is provided in a timely manner.
• Prepare bakery items per standardized recipes.
• Accurately complete tasks listed on daily preparation sheets.
• Assist with the special events.
• Handle and prepare food in a safe manner following policies and procedures of infection control and safety:
• Take and document temperatures of food items and make appropriate adjustments to achieve standards.
• Follow established hand washing procedures.
• Wear gloves when preparing and serving food.
• Follow department dress and personal hygiene codes.
• Follow employee health guidelines to prevent disease transmission.
• Cover and label food with content and date.
• Manage & maintain food storage in hierarchy within health department standards.
• Maintain food storage inventory per FIFO guidelines.
• Sanitize equipment and work area after each use:
• Maintain a "clean as you go" attitude demonstrated by a clean work area.
• Clean and sanitize equipment after each use or per the routine cleaning schedule.
• Use appropriate equipment and chemicals according to manufacturer's recommendations.
• Maintain separate clean and dirty areas in work area.
• Scrub pots/pans in the 3-compartment sink area.
• Ability to supervise kitchen staff:
• Supervise daily operations in absence of Culinary Director.
• Assists with training of new staff.
• Responsible for resident/guest customer service in absence of the Culinary Director.
• Obtain feedback from residents/guests regarding quality of meals and food service.
• Hold staff accountable for daily duties i.e.: temp logs, cleaning logs, refrigeration logs etc.
• Complete Action Plans with Culinary Director for staff not meeting current service standards for Ebenezer.
• Receiving all procured orders and verify before signing off.
• Conduct "table touches" during service to ensure the standards are being met with our residents.
• Assist in performing Staff Evaluations.
• Assist in scheduling/finding replacements for call ins.
• Observe kitchen operations and offer coaching and re-education when necessary.

Required Qualifications:

• 1 year of previous experience
• Food Sanitation Safety within 90 Days or
• Certified Food Protection Manager (must be issued by state of MN for locations in the state of MN) within 90 Days

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate of Arts In Food Service or Vocational/Technical Training

Qualifications:

$21.41- $30.23 Hourly

Benefit Overview:

Ebenezer offers a generous benefits package, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more Please follow this link for additional

Compensation Disclaimer:

An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.

EEO Statement: EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status