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Our Prep Cooks put their heart into ensuring that the highest standards of food quality and ingredients go into every dish for our Guests' enjoyment. They make all the magic possible in Heart of the House. And of course, they maintain the highest safety and sanitation standards every day. Working at Bahama Breeze means: Preparing fresh, delicious Caribbean inspired food Arriving every day with a Happy to be of Service mentality Creating an experience where guests can relax and recharge, like they are on a one hour island vacation Enjoying a culture that is vibrant, fun and filled with people who have a whatever-it-takes attitude

Our Line Cooks put their heart into ensuring that the highest standards of food quality and ingredients go into every dish for our Guests' enjoyment. They make all the magic possible in Heart of the House. And of course, they maintain the highest safety and sanitation standards every day. Working at Bahama Breeze means: Preparing fresh, delicious Caribbean inspired food Arriving every day with a Happy to be of Service mentality Creating an experience where guests can relax and recharge, like they are on a one hour island vacation Enjoying a culture that is vibrant, fun and filled with people who have a whatever-it-takes attitude

Performs various food service duties including but not limited to; preparing food for staff, visitors, special meals, physician, and catered functions. Demonstrates the ability to follow approved recipes and production guidelines. Plans preparation schedule to ensure that foods will be ready at required serving times. Comfortably interacts with cafeteria patrons on a daily basis. Demonstrates knowledge and ability to operate automated food preparation equipment and has a comprehensive understanding of food preparation processes. Cleans and sanitizes work area / equipment in accordance with established procedures. Educational Requirements Degree/Diploma ObtainedProgram of StudyRequired/ Preferredand/orHigh School Diploma or EquivalentRequiredorGEDRequired Experience Requirements Minimum Years RequiredArea of ExperienceRequired/ Preferredand/orLess than 1 YearCookRequiredorLess than 1 YearFood ServiceRequired State of Florida Licensure Requirements LicensesRequired/ Preferredand/orNot Required Certifications/Registration Requirements Certificates/RegistrationsRequired/ Preferredand/or

Performs various food service duties including but not limited to: planning and perform most activities associated with the purchases, receipts, storage, inventory and distribution of all food and supply items for 4 locations. Must be able to work at a high level of productivity while remaining on your feet for extended periods of time in a chilled work environment. Fulfills necessary side-work and additional duties to ensure a smooth workflow. Cleans and sanitizes work area / equipment in accordance with established procedures. Educational Requirements Degree/Diploma ObtainedProgram of StudyRequired/ Preferredand/orHigh School Diploma or EquivalentRequiredorGEDRequired Experience Requirements Minimum Years RequiredArea of ExperienceRequired/ Preferredand/orLess than 1 YearCookRequiredorLess than 1 YearFood ServiceRequired State of Florida Licensure Requirements LicensesRequired/ Preferredand/orNot Required Certifications/Registration Requirements Certificates/RegistrationsRequired/ Preferredand/or

Bahama Breeze is a restaurant that brings you the feeling of a Caribbean escape! It's the perfect place to feed your island spirit and share it with your teammates and our guests. Our unique brand offers fresh, approachable, Caribbean-inspired food, refreshing tropical drinks, and friendly, guest-focused service. Bahama Breeze is part of Darden Restaurants' Specialty Restaurant Group. Darden Restaurants is one of the nation's most respected dining companies with over 2,000 restaurants. We are a company of diverse professionals who value teamwork and are passionate about what we do. We're always looking for passionate, vibrant people who are happy to be of service and ready with a welcoming smile. Now Hiring in FORT MYERS Line Cooks Prep Cooks Dishwashers Servers Hosts/Hostesses As part of Darden Restaurants, the largest company in casual dining, Bahama Breeze offers industry-leading benefits. EOE. So come and Feed Your Island Spirit™ !

Schedule: Part Time Summary/Objective: The cook is responsible for preparing and/or directing the preparation of food to be served, complying with all applicable sanitation, health and personal hygiene standards and following established food production programs and procedures. The cook is responsible for appropriate use of facility supplies and equipment to minimize loss, waste and fraud. KWPM Culture As a team member of KW PROPERTY MANAGEMENT & CONSULTING, you are expected to understand and support the mission statement of the company and practice our GREAT values every day. These values include but are not limited to greeting and smiling; showing respect with name recognition and eye contact; accepting the empowerment to exceed everyone's expectations and showing enthusiasm for your position and duties; being accountable to show a positive attitude and being accountable for your actions; and be trustworthy in your duties and transparent in everything you do. These are our GREAT values and part of your work practices and expected as part of your daily activities while working at KW Property Management and Consulting. Duties and Essential Functions: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Prepares or directs preparation of food served using established production procedures and systems. Determines amount and type of food and supplies required using production systems. Ensures availability of supplies and food or approved substitutions in adequate time for preparation. Sets steam table; serves or ensures proper serving of food for tray line or dining room. Complies with established sanitation standards, personal hygiene and health standards. Observes proper food preparation and handling techniques. Stores food properly and safely, marking the date and item. Reports necessary equipment repair and maintenance to supervisor. Correctly prepares all food served following standard recipes and special diet orders. Plans food production to coordinate with meal serving hours so that excellence, quality, temperature and appearance of food are preserved. Apportions food for serving. Maintains daily production records. Keeps work area neat and clean at all times; cleans and maintains equipment used in food preparation. Completes food temperature checks before service. Set-up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment Prepare ingredients to use in cooking including chopping and peeling vegetables and cutting meat Monitor stock and place orders when there are shortages Supervisory Responsibility This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Work Environment: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is occasionally required to sit, stand, reach, lift, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, push and pull items weighing 50 pounds or less. The position requires manual dexterity; auditory and visual skills; and the ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures. Physical Demands: Must be able to stand throughout shift. Possess excellent physical condition and stamina Must be able to reach, bend, kneel, climb, push, pull or lift items weighing up to 30 pounds Requires auditory and visual skills, and the ability to follow written or oral instructions and procedures Ability to work quickly and efficiently while getting along with co-workers Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is non- exempt position (hourly). The work schedule will likely change throughout the year to accommodate the business needs of the property. Travel: No travel is expected for this position. Re quired Education and Experience: Prior experience in a related food service position in a kitchen as a cook or related position Experience in using cutting tools, cookware and bakeware Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods including grilling, baking and boiling Good communication skills High school diploma or equivalent or a diploma from a culinary school Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. KW Property Management & Consulting is a drug-free workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Job Requirements: Manage the kitchen assistants ensuring all kitchen duties Uphold cleanliness standards for kitchen operations, kitchen equipment, and kitchen tools Maintain high standards of hygiene and safety in the kitchen and catering area Maintaining high standards of hygiene Help the chef and kitchen staff to maintain a spotlessly clean and tidy kitchen ensuring cleaning schedules is adhered Offering excellent cuisine including soft meals and special dietary requirements Create new menus ensuring healthy eating guidelines and special dietary requirements Ensuring that housekeeping supplies are maintained Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards and presentation standards Promote and monitor food hygiene and safety standards, carry out risk assessments and clean the kitchen to a high standard Organise the weekly kitchen staff rota Supervise and train kitchen staff and oversee other staff Cook and prepare food according to the requirements of the menu, whilst maintaining all aspects of food safety within the kitchen Motivate a kitchen team ensuring all kitchen staff are clear about duties and conduct regular supervisions Prepare all meals within the home, paying consideration to special dietary requirements and individual request Develop healthy balanced menus taking into account dietary requirements and personal preferences Cut, and cook raw food products Delivering a high quality catering service, planning menus with residents which are varied and interesting to meet individual tastes and dietary requirements Prepare, cook and serve meals to a high standard Instructed and follows proper procedures to cook food

The Preserve Rehab and Senior Living, located in Fort Myers, FL, is looking for an experienced COOK to join our team! This position is Full-time, 11 am-7pm shift. OBJECTIVE: To provide quality food service in accordance with all State and Federal regulations and to meet the nutritional and individual needs of the residents. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Completes defined food preparation, serving of meals and cleaning duties according to proper procedures, using various dietary equipment and supplies, as assigned by the Director of Culinary and Management Team. 2. Plans and initiates cooking schedule for food preparation to meet meal schedule. 3. Prepares, seasons, cooks and serves meat, main dish, soup and vegetable for assigned meal; ensures appropriate portioned servings according to portion control standards. 4. Prepares nutritional snacks for residents as assigned. 5. Tastes and smells prepared food to determine quality and palatability. 6. Monitors temperature of hot and cold foods through food preparation and service to ensure that established temperature goals are met prior to steam table transfer and maintained throughout meal service. 7. Stores leftovers properly, plans for use of leftover foods in accordance with State and Federal sanitation regulations. 8. May supervise dietary staff in the absence of the Director of Culinary; initiate replacement calls for absentees and re-organizes work assignments as directed. 9. Assists with department inventory program. a. Checks and inspects food products and supplies as delivered, in the absence of the Director of Culinary. Supervises and assists in storage of supplies and food products. b. Determines amount and type of food and supplies required for daily menus; confers with Director of Dietary. c. Notifies Director of Dietary of supplies or equipment needs. 10. Implements menu substitutions if needed according to State and Federal regulations. 11. Follows reporting procedures for the following: a. Observed resident concerns. b. Supply and equipment needs. c. Damaged, unsafe, malfunctioning equipment. d. Conditions related to breeding insects, rodents or other vermin. 12. Cleans equipment and work areas as assigned by the Director of Culinary. 13. Attends required in-services and completes assigned on-line modules. 14. Performs other duties or special assignments as directed by the Director of Culinary. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions: 1. Interacts with staff and residents. 2. May be subjected to interruptions throughout the workday. 3. The noise level in the environment may be demanding. 4. Work area may be stressful; the employee is on their feet for long periods of time. 5. Exposure to blood, body tissue of fluids. 6. Exposure to hazardous waste materials, dust and loud or unpleasant noises. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual with disabilities to meet these demands: 1. Employee needs ability to move continuously; may cover large distances walking through facility and is on feet consistently. 2. Vision requirements include both near and far vision. 3. Frequently required bend, stoop, reach, crouch, push and pull; occasionally required to squat, crawl, climb, kneel and balance. 4. Employee is required to continuously lift and carry up to ten (10) pounds; frequently required to lift up to fifty (50) pounds and carry up to thirty-five (35) pounds and occasionally lift and carry up to one hundred (100) pounds. 5. Employee may be subject to working at unprotected heights. 6. Employee may be exposed to changes in temperature and humidity, dust, fumes, and gases. 7. Ability to adapt to changes in daily work hour and schedule. 8. Ability to work beyond regularly scheduled shift (overtime) when necessary. Safe Work Performance Expectations The safety of employees, residents and visitors is of paramount importance to Volunteers of America. Our work place safety program will be incorporated as the standard of practice for this organization. Compliance with these safe work expectations will be required of all employees as a condition of employment. Our organization focus will hold all employees accountable for safety performance equal with quality and production expectations. Employees will be expected to: 1. Follow correct policy and procedures for department and facility Fire/Disaster/Missing Person Plan. Know the location of fire alarms and extinguishers. 2. Follow correct policy and procedure for hand washing. 3. Follow guidelines for proper method of lifting. 4. All doorways, hallways and areas are to be kept clear. 5. Know the location and purpose of Safety Data Sheets (SDS). 6. Follow guidelines for department environment and safety measures. 7. Follow guidelines for safe handling, inspection, maintenance and storage of equipment. Report any malfunction of equipment. 8. Follow guidelines for safe handling and storage of chemicals and supplies. 9. Follow correct policy and procedure for reporting of incidents: staff, residents, etc. 10. Follow correct procedure for food handling/storage and sanitation. Job Functions Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, this job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you may be required to perform. The omission of specific descriptions of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or can be considered essential to this position. QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Friendly and enjoy working with the elderly. 2. High School diploma/GED required preferred. Education in quantity cooking and therapeutic diets preferred. 3. Minimum of one year food service experience in a healthcare dietary setting preferred. 4. Must be eighteen (18) years of age. 5. General knowledge of quantity food preparation and portioned serving required. 6. Ability to communicate and work effectively with various levels of staff, residents, family members and the public. 7. Numerical ability necessary to make various computations in keeping work record, monitoring inventory control and supplies, and in recipe preparation. 8. Possesses adequate strength and endurance to meet the strenuous physical demands of preparing and carrying quantity foods. 9. Possesses coordination and dexterity required to prepare food and operate dietary equipment. 10. Able to understand and follow procedures, recipe directions, diet orders and work assignments. 11. Visual acuity and color discrimination for examining cooked and stored foods; taste and smell discrimination in determining nutritional quality and palatability of foods. 12. Works in an area that is often very hot/cold. 13. Ability to utilize computers and other electronic devices for tasks such as timekeeping, in-servicing and documentation. EOE M/F/Vets/Disabled

Summary/Objective: Prepare and cook meals that will delight the customer with their taste and timely delivery, maintaining and enhancing the quality of our customer service. You will work in close collaboration with colleagues and follow established health and safety standards. The goal is to accelerate our business development by providing customers with a memorable experience. KWPM Culture As a team member of KW PROPERTY MANAGEMENT & CONSULTING, you are expected to understand and support the mission statement of the company and practice our GREAT values every day. These values include but are not limited to greeting and smiling; showing respect with name recognition and eye contact; accepting the empowerment to exceed everyone's expectations and showing enthusiasm for your position and duties; being accountable to show a positive attitude and being accountable for your actions; and be trustworthy in your duties and transparent in everything you do. These are our GREAT values and part of your work practices and expected as part of your daily activities while working at KW Property Management and Consulting. Duties and Essential Functions: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work at the direction of the Executive Chef or Sous Chef Set-up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment Prepare ingredients to use in cooking including chopping and peeling vegetables and cutting meat Cook food in various utensils, grills or fryers Assembled dishes to serve according the menu description Ensure proper presentation by dressing dishes before they are served Check quality of ingredients Ensure all food and other items are stored properly Monitor stock and place orders when there are shortages Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen Approach all interactions with residents, guests and co-workers in a positive and courteous manner Supervision: This position reports to the Chef de Cuisine and takes direction from the Chef de Cuisine & Food & Beverage Manager. Work Environment: Kitchen environment can be hot, noisy and stressful, especially during the busiest hours Adhere to dress code identified by Executive Chef to ensure a safe and efficient work atmosphere Hours of operation include nights, weekends and holidays Physical Demands: Must be able to stand throughout shift. Possess excellent physical condition and stamina Must be able to reach, bend, kneel, climb, push, pull or lift items weighing up to 50 pounds Requires auditory and visual skills, and the ability to follow written or oral instructions and procedures Ability to work quickly and efficiently while getting along with co-workers Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time exempt position. The work schedule will likely change throughout the year to accommodate the business needs of the property. Travel: No travel is expected for this position. Job Requirements: Required Education and Experience: Proven experience working in a kitchen as a cook or related position Experience in using cutting tools, cookware and bakeware Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods including grilling, baking and boiling Ability to follow all sanitation procedures Ability to work in a team atmosphere Very good communication skills High school diploma or equivalent or a diploma from a culinary school Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. KW Property Management & Consulting is a drug-free workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law .

Performs various food service duties including but not limited to: planning and perform most activities associated with the purchases, receipts, storage, inventory and distribution of all food and supply items for 4 locations. Must be able to work at a high level of productivity while remaining on your feet for extended periods of time in a chilled work environment. Fulfills necessary side-work and additional duties to ensure a smooth workflow. Cleans and sanitizes work area / equipment in accordance with established procedures. Educational Requirements Degree/Diploma ObtainedProgram of StudyRequired/ Preferredand/orHigh School Diploma or EquivalentRequiredorGEDRequired Experience Requirements Minimum Years RequiredArea of ExperienceRequired/ Preferredand/orLess than 1 YearCookRequiredorLess than 1 YearFood ServiceRequired State of Florida Licensure Requirements LicensesRequired/ Preferredand/orNot Required Certifications/Registration Requirements Certificates/RegistrationsRequired/ Preferredand/or

Performs various food service duties including but not limited to; preparing food for staff, visitors, special meals, physician, and catered functions. Demonstrates the ability to follow approved recipes and production guidelines. Plans preparation schedule to ensure that foods will be ready at required serving times. Comfortably interacts with cafeteria patrons on a daily basis. Demonstrates knowledge and ability to operate automated food preparation equipment and has a comprehensive understanding of food preparation processes. Cleans and sanitizes work area / equipment in accordance with established procedures. Educational Requirements Degree/Diploma ObtainedProgram of StudyRequired/ Preferredand/orHigh School Diploma or EquivalentRequiredorGEDRequired Experience Requirements Minimum Years RequiredArea of ExperienceRequired/ Preferredand/orLess than 1 YearCookRequiredorLess than 1 YearFood ServiceRequired State of Florida Licensure Requirements LicensesRequired/ Preferredand/orNot Required Certifications/Registration Requirements Certificates/RegistrationsRequired/ Preferredand/or

Schedule: Part Time Summary/Objective: The cook is responsible for preparing and/or directing the preparation of food to be served, complying with all applicable sanitation, health and personal hygiene standards and following established food production programs and procedures. The cook is responsible for appropriate use of facility supplies and equipment to minimize loss, waste and fraud. KWPM Culture As a team member of KW PROPERTY MANAGEMENT & CONSULTING, you are expected to understand and support the mission statement of the company and practice our GREAT values every day. These values include but are not limited to greeting and smiling; showing respect with name recognition and eye contact; accepting the empowerment to exceed everyone's expectations and showing enthusiasm for your position and duties; being accountable to show a positive attitude and being accountable for your actions; and be trustworthy in your duties and transparent in everything you do. These are our GREAT values and part of your work practices and expected as part of your daily activities while working at KW Property Management and Consulting. Duties and Essential Functions: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Prepares or directs preparation of food served using established production procedures and systems. Determines amount and type of food and supplies required using production systems. Ensures availability of supplies and food or approved substitutions in adequate time for preparation. Sets steam table; serves or ensures proper serving of food for tray line or dining room. Complies with established sanitation standards, personal hygiene and health standards. Observes proper food preparation and handling techniques. Stores food properly and safely, marking the date and item. Reports necessary equipment repair and maintenance to supervisor. Correctly prepares all food served following standard recipes and special diet orders. Plans food production to coordinate with meal serving hours so that excellence, quality, temperature and appearance of food are preserved. Apportions food for serving. Maintains daily production records. Keeps work area neat and clean at all times; cleans and maintains equipment used in food preparation. Completes food temperature checks before service. Set-up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment Prepare ingredients to use in cooking including chopping and peeling vegetables and cutting meat Monitor stock and place orders when there are shortages Supervisory Responsibility This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Work Environment: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is occasionally required to sit, stand, reach, lift, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, push and pull items weighing 50 pounds or less. The position requires manual dexterity; auditory and visual skills; and the ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures. Physical Demands: Must be able to stand throughout shift. Possess excellent physical condition and stamina Must be able to reach, bend, kneel, climb, push, pull or lift items weighing up to 30 pounds Requires auditory and visual skills, and the ability to follow written or oral instructions and procedures Ability to work quickly and efficiently while getting along with co-workers Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is non- exempt position (hourly). The work schedule will likely change throughout the year to accommodate the business needs of the property. Travel: No travel is expected for this position. Re quired Education and Experience: Prior experience in a related food service position in a kitchen as a cook or related position Experience in using cutting tools, cookware and bakeware Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods including grilling, baking and boiling Good communication skills High school diploma or equivalent or a diploma from a culinary school Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. KW Property Management & Consulting is a drug-free workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Job Requirements: Manage the kitchen assistants ensuring all kitchen duties Uphold cleanliness standards for kitchen operations, kitchen equipment, and kitchen tools Maintain high standards of hygiene and safety in the kitchen and catering area Maintaining high standards of hygiene Help the chef and kitchen staff to maintain a spotlessly clean and tidy kitchen ensuring cleaning schedules is adhered Offering excellent cuisine including soft meals and special dietary requirements Create new menus ensuring healthy eating guidelines and special dietary requirements Ensuring that housekeeping supplies are maintained Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards and presentation standards Promote and monitor food hygiene and safety standards, carry out risk assessments and clean the kitchen to a high standard Organise the weekly kitchen staff rota Supervise and train kitchen staff and oversee other staff Cook and prepare food according to the requirements of the menu, whilst maintaining all aspects of food safety within the kitchen Motivate a kitchen team ensuring all kitchen staff are clear about duties and conduct regular supervisions Prepare all meals within the home, paying consideration to special dietary requirements and individual request Develop healthy balanced menus taking into account dietary requirements and personal preferences Cut, and cook raw food products Delivering a high quality catering service, planning menus with residents which are varied and interesting to meet individual tastes and dietary requirements Prepare, cook and serve meals to a high standard Instructed and follows proper procedures to cook food

Summary/Objective: Prepare and cook meals that will delight the customer with their taste and timely delivery, maintaining and enhancing the quality of our customer service. You will work in close collaboration with colleagues and follow established health and safety standards. The goal is to accelerate our business development by providing customers with a memorable experience. KWPM Culture As a team member of KW PROPERTY MANAGEMENT & CONSULTING, you are expected to understand and support the mission statement of the company and practice our GREAT values every day. These values include but are not limited to greeting and smiling; showing respect with name recognition and eye contact; accepting the empowerment to exceed everyone's expectations and showing enthusiasm for your position and duties; being accountable to show a positive attitude and being accountable for your actions; and be trustworthy in your duties and transparent in everything you do. These are our GREAT values and part of your work practices and expected as part of your daily activities while working at KW Property Management and Consulting. Duties and Essential Functions: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work at the direction of the Executive Chef or Sous Chef Set-up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment Prepare ingredients to use in cooking including chopping and peeling vegetables and cutting meat Cook food in various utensils, grills or fryers Assembled dishes to serve according the menu description Ensure proper presentation by dressing dishes before they are served Check quality of ingredients Ensure all food and other items are stored properly Monitor stock and place orders when there are shortages Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen Approach all interactions with residents, guests and co-workers in a positive and courteous manner Supervision: This position reports to the Chef de Cuisine and takes direction from the Chef de Cuisine & Food & Beverage Manager. Work Environment: Kitchen environment can be hot, noisy and stressful, especially during the busiest hours Adhere to dress code identified by Executive Chef to ensure a safe and efficient work atmosphere Hours of operation include nights, weekends and holidays Physical Demands: Must be able to stand throughout shift. Possess excellent physical condition and stamina Must be able to reach, bend, kneel, climb, push, pull or lift items weighing up to 50 pounds Requires auditory and visual skills, and the ability to follow written or oral instructions and procedures Ability to work quickly and efficiently while getting along with co-workers Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time exempt position. The work schedule will likely change throughout the year to accommodate the business needs of the property. Travel: No travel is expected for this position. Job Requirements: Required Education and Experience: Proven experience working in a kitchen as a cook or related position Experience in using cutting tools, cookware and bakeware Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods including grilling, baking and boiling Ability to follow all sanitation procedures Ability to work in a team atmosphere Very good communication skills High school diploma or equivalent or a diploma from a culinary school Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. KW Property Management & Consulting is a drug-free workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law .

The Preserve Rehab and Senior Living, located in Fort Myers, FL, is looking for an experienced COOK to join our team! This position is Full-time, 11 am-7pm shift. OBJECTIVE: To provide quality food service in accordance with all State and Federal regulations and to meet the nutritional and individual needs of the residents. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Completes defined food preparation, serving of meals and cleaning duties according to proper procedures, using various dietary equipment and supplies, as assigned by the Director of Culinary and Management Team. 2. Plans and initiates cooking schedule for food preparation to meet meal schedule. 3. Prepares, seasons, cooks and serves meat, main dish, soup and vegetable for assigned meal; ensures appropriate portioned servings according to portion control standards. 4. Prepares nutritional snacks for residents as assigned. 5. Tastes and smells prepared food to determine quality and palatability. 6. Monitors temperature of hot and cold foods through food preparation and service to ensure that established temperature goals are met prior to steam table transfer and maintained throughout meal service. 7. Stores leftovers properly, plans for use of leftover foods in accordance with State and Federal sanitation regulations. 8. May supervise dietary staff in the absence of the Director of Culinary; initiate replacement calls for absentees and re-organizes work assignments as directed. 9. Assists with department inventory program. a. Checks and inspects food products and supplies as delivered, in the absence of the Director of Culinary. Supervises and assists in storage of supplies and food products. b. Determines amount and type of food and supplies required for daily menus; confers with Director of Dietary. c. Notifies Director of Dietary of supplies or equipment needs. 10. Implements menu substitutions if needed according to State and Federal regulations. 11. Follows reporting procedures for the following: a. Observed resident concerns. b. Supply and equipment needs. c. Damaged, unsafe, malfunctioning equipment. d. Conditions related to breeding insects, rodents or other vermin. 12. Cleans equipment and work areas as assigned by the Director of Culinary. 13. Attends required in-services and completes assigned on-line modules. 14. Performs other duties or special assignments as directed by the Director of Culinary. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions: 1. Interacts with staff and residents. 2. May be subjected to interruptions throughout the workday. 3. The noise level in the environment may be demanding. 4. Work area may be stressful; the employee is on their feet for long periods of time. 5. Exposure to blood, body tissue of fluids. 6. Exposure to hazardous waste materials, dust and loud or unpleasant noises. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual with disabilities to meet these demands: 1. Employee needs ability to move continuously; may cover large distances walking through facility and is on feet consistently. 2. Vision requirements include both near and far vision. 3. Frequently required bend, stoop, reach, crouch, push and pull; occasionally required to squat, crawl, climb, kneel and balance. 4. Employee is required to continuously lift and carry up to ten (10) pounds; frequently required to lift up to fifty (50) pounds and carry up to thirty-five (35) pounds and occasionally lift and carry up to one hundred (100) pounds. 5. Employee may be subject to working at unprotected heights. 6. Employee may be exposed to changes in temperature and humidity, dust, fumes, and gases. 7. Ability to adapt to changes in daily work hour and schedule. 8. Ability to work beyond regularly scheduled shift (overtime) when necessary. Safe Work Performance Expectations The safety of employees, residents and visitors is of paramount importance to Volunteers of America. Our work place safety program will be incorporated as the standard of practice for this organization. Compliance with these safe work expectations will be required of all employees as a condition of employment. Our organization focus will hold all employees accountable for safety performance equal with quality and production expectations. Employees will be expected to: 1. Follow correct policy and procedures for department and facility Fire/Disaster/Missing Person Plan. Know the location of fire alarms and extinguishers. 2. Follow correct policy and procedure for hand washing. 3. Follow guidelines for proper method of lifting. 4. All doorways, hallways and areas are to be kept clear. 5. Know the location and purpose of Safety Data Sheets (SDS). 6. Follow guidelines for department environment and safety measures. 7. Follow guidelines for safe handling, inspection, maintenance and storage of equipment. Report any malfunction of equipment. 8. Follow guidelines for safe handling and storage of chemicals and supplies. 9. Follow correct policy and procedure for reporting of incidents: staff, residents, etc. 10. Follow correct procedure for food handling/storage and sanitation. Job Functions Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, this job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you may be required to perform. The omission of specific descriptions of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or can be considered essential to this position. QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Friendly and enjoy working with the elderly. 2. High School diploma/GED required preferred. Education in quantity cooking and therapeutic diets preferred. 3. Minimum of one year food service experience in a healthcare dietary setting preferred. 4. Must be eighteen (18) years of age. 5. General knowledge of quantity food preparation and portioned serving required. 6. Ability to communicate and work effectively with various levels of staff, residents, family members and the public. 7. Numerical ability necessary to make various computations in keeping work record, monitoring inventory control and supplies, and in recipe preparation. 8. Possesses adequate strength and endurance to meet the strenuous physical demands of preparing and carrying quantity foods. 9. Possesses coordination and dexterity required to prepare food and operate dietary equipment. 10. Able to understand and follow procedures, recipe directions, diet orders and work assignments. 11. Visual acuity and color discrimination for examining cooked and stored foods; taste and smell discrimination in determining nutritional quality and palatability of foods. 12. Works in an area that is often very hot/cold. 13. Ability to utilize computers and other electronic devices for tasks such as timekeeping, in-servicing and documentation. EOE M/F/Vets/Disabled

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