Cook

Raya's Paradise Residential Care Communities is looking for experienced Cook(s) to work in our brand new community in San Clemente. Make a difference in an elder's life in a place where you are valued, and your work is meaningful. Raya's Paradise has been voted as a " Best Place to Work" by Forbes magazine.

As a Cook you will be responsible for the full range of kitchen duties. You will provide an elegant dining experience for our residents, staff, family members and visitors by creating, preparing and serving high quality meals consistent with regulations and establishment policies and procedures. You will assist in creating and maintaining an environment that promotes quality care of resident's physical, emotional and social wellbeing.

Qualifications:

• Physical and TB clearance
• Finger prints clearance from FBI & DOJ
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma/GED
• ServSafe Certification
• Food service experience in a restaurant, health care or senior services setting.
• Previous experience working with seniors.
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills that will promote effective communication with staff, residents, family members, guests and outside agencies
• Valid Driver's License and good Driving Record
• Must have Covid vaccination (booster)

Responsibilities:

• Adhere to residents' special diet restrictions and menus through written and oral directions.
• Assist as needed with washing dishes, silverware, pots, pans and equipment after each meal making sure all items are clean and spotless.
• Assist in checking in orders that may be delivered and storing food as it is received.
• Assist in maintaining proper food costs and monitor and control food waste.
• Assist in preparing all food items according to established quality standards safety and sanitary practices.
• Assist in supervising the dining room/ kitchen to ensure that food is served properly and clean-up is prompt and thorough.
• Assist in the establishment and implementation of department policies and procedures.
• Bake breads and basic desserts.
• Ensure the kitchen is set-up for service, breakdown of line, cleaning and closing of kitchen.
• Demonstrate creativity in hot and cold plate preparation and presentation.
• Demonstrate knowledge of mechanical operation of all kitchen equipment and recognize equipment that is need of repair.
• Ensure that all Dining Services associates follow safe food handling and sanitation techniques per infection control policies and procedures.
• Ensure that residents, guests, and associates receive high quality food and service in a timely fashion.
• Ensure the proper storage of food and non-food items is follow, and exercise the first in, first out method for rotation.
• Establish and maintain a caring and nurturing environment, which supports the health of the residents of the community.
• Interact with residents on a daily basis to ascertain their views, suggestions and concerns on meals served.
• Knowledge of proper portion control and yield factors.
• Maintain and record proper temperature controls.
• Meet regularly with Director of Dining regarding menus, service, procedures, etc.
• Perform tasks as assigned on cleaning schedule.
• Prepare all stocks soups and sauces from scratch as needed, prepare basic meat, seafood fabrication and all food items according to established quality standards.
• Prepare and assist in serving meals in accordance with the menu and recipes items in a timely manner as scheduled working with production sheets.
• Provide proper food transportation, plate-up and portion control.
• Report any unusual incidents to the Executive Director or Manager on duty.
• Report food needs to the Dining Service Director or Executive Director.
• Respond and assist with any resident, staff, guest or community emergency.
• Secure and lock walk-in coolers, refrigerators and make sure all equipment is turned off.
• Stock supplies.
• Store leftovers and unused food products by covering, labeling and dating items properly.
• Work within a cycle menu program.
• Drive to deliver food to offsite locations

Benefits:

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Retirement plan
Paid time off

To apply please visit our website at: or call

Raya's Paradise is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, family medical history or genetic information, military status, or unfavorable discharge from military service. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including any recruitment and hiring practices, appraisal systems, promotions, and training and career development programs.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $ $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person