About this role
When you work at The Avalon of Commerce Township, you have a front-row seat to the amazing life stories of the wisest people on earth. What’s more, you are part of an extraordinary company – one that’s investing in the future of senior living by investing in you. Don’t just do a job. Be part of an extraordinary life!
The Avalon of Commerce Township is recruiting for a hospitality focused Cook to join our team! This position is responsible for full-scope, hands on production cooking in the Community Culinary Services Department. Is responsible for maintaining a superior level of quality service and cleanliness at all times.
Here are a few of the daily responsibilities of a Cook:
- Exemplify at all times Community standards of cleanliness, sanitation and operational organization.
- Responsible for adhering to food quality, appearance and presentation standards at all times.
- Produce and serve menu cycle programs that are compliant with required Nutritional/Dietary criteria as required by local regulations and correctly prepare diets provided per Policy and Procedure.
- Exhibit cooking standards of speed, accuracy, and efficiency.
- Demonstrate knowledge in all areas of cooking preparation and production.
- Assist with serving of meals and ware washing as necessary.
- Visit residents periodically to evaluate food service such as quality, quantity, temperature, and appearance; and conduct evaluations to make revisions in operations / procedures to promote improved food service.
- Represent the community in a warm and inviting manner, which creates a positive marketing environment.
- Supports creating a culture where the business decisions made in this position, along with individual employee engagement, drive top-line revenue and occupancy.
Here are a few of the qualifications we need you to have:
- High school diploma
- Culinary degree preferred
- Minimum of one year restaurant/senior living or equivalent cooking experience
If you're an enthusiastic, compassionate, senior care professional who is passionate about hospitality and senior engagement- please apply, we'd love to get to know you!
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Other facts
About Eastcasle Place
Eastcastle Place is a senior living community located in the heart of Milwaukee’s vibrant East Side.
With 138 years of experience and service to area seniors, we are proud to provide dynamic retirement living with the security of a full continuum of care to those who want to be in the middle of it all.
Our story started in 1884 when Milwaukee Protestant Home for the Aged made its commitment to championing the health, wellness, dignity and respect of seniors. From there, with great leadership, Eastcastle Place grew into the exceptional community it is today, with best-in-class services and amenities to offer seniors for a satisfying, maintenance-free lifestyle. Declared a historic preservation site in 1984, Eastcastle Place combines the redevelopment of a classic building with elegant, modern construction.
Our staff embraces the newest ideas for helping residents explore their passions, stretch their abilities, and expand their social circles.
We care about our employees and their families, so we offer competitive and comprehensive benefits as well as other perks!
What you'll do
- The Cook is responsible for hands-on production cooking and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and service. They will also evaluate food service quality and assist with meal serving.
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