Job Description
Job Description GENERAL SUMMARY
As a Line/Prep Cook, you'll play a key role in creating fresh, delicious meals for our residents while supporting the daily operations of the vibrant 2Life Dining Program. This is more than just a cooking job — it's an opportunity to make a real impact through food, teamwork, and community care.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS*
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Effectively communicate with the 2Life team and staff to ensure resident needs and requests are met
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Communicates effectively and with empathy with residents and stakeholders, and effectively receives feedback
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Conveys appropriate action plans and enforces policies and SOP’s (Standard Operating Procedures)
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Assists in the planning and execution of menus and special diets
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Prepares and/or supervises the preparation of meals and special diets
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Assists the Executive Chef in ordering food and equipment for the kitchen and dining areas
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Ensures the timely and orderly service of meals and proper nutritional diets
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Ensures that the kitchen, food storage, and dining areas are maintained in compliance with applicable health codes, regulations, and department policies
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Accounts for all kitchen stores, equipment, and utensils
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Maintains the cleanliness of all kitchen, storage, and dining areas, equipment, and utensils
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Participates in mandatory training
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Other related duties as the Executive Chef may assign
PREPARATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
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Must meet one or more of the following criteria:
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three or more years’ experience as a Cook or Chef preparing food for large numbers of people;
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a degree or certificate from a culinary arts institution
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ServSafe Certification
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Willingness to work with and train team in food preparation
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Flexibility and ability to learn and perform new duties and skills as assigned
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS
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Ability to stand on your feet for up to 8 hours
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Ability to lift items weighing between 10 to 50 pounds
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Constant bending and reaching as high as 8 feet, using step ladder if necessary
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Ability to walk through and deliver meals through overheated hallways
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Ability to handle equipment at temperatures as high as 500 degrees
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Ability to handle temperatures as low as 10 below zero
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Will be handling knives and other sharp objects
Qualified candidates are strongly encouraged to apply here
Beyond the Paycheck: Why You’ll Love Working Here:
We don’t just offer a job; we invest in your entire life. Our "Total Rewards" package adds an extra 27% to 30%+ in value on top of your base salary.
Comprehensive Health: Premium Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for you and your family.
Future-Proofing: 401(k) retirement planning and employer-paid Life, AD&D, and Disability insurance (Short & Long Term).
Rest & Recharge: Generous paid vacation, official holidays, plus 2 floating holidays to use whenever you need a break.