Aegis Living

Assisted living and memory care provider

Lead Cook

Culinary & Kitchen ProductionUpdated on Nov 13

Full-timeMoraga, CA, USA$30 - $32 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience as a cook, line cook, or prep cook.
Food preparation and production experience is required.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must be able to meet all health requirements.
Must be willing to take a two-step tuberculosis test.

Responsibilities

Prepare meals and food items using a variety of techniques and cooking methods.
Support a disciplined kitchen environment and provide supervision in the absence of the Culinary Services Director.
Manage food inventory and prepare work areas and stations with necessary supplies before meal service.
Perform portion control and minimize waste to keep costs within recipe forecast ranges.
Maintain required documentation, including time/temperature logs, menus, and invoices.
Uphold cleanliness standards.
Help serve residents.
Train and mentor new employees.

Desired Qualifications

Experience as a sous chef or lead cook is preferred.
Experience managing food inventory is preferred.

Overview

Lead Cook - Hiring Now!

Are you interested in a career without late nights and clear growth opportunities?

Aegis Living Moraga is looking for a Lead Cook to provide quality meals and care to our senior residents. The Lead Cook is responsible completing essential kitchen tasks – preparing food items that delight residents utilizing a variety of techniques and cooking methods.

Schedule: Full-Time

What We Offer:

Defined Growth Opportunities
Flexible Schedules
Vacation + Sick Pay +Appreciation Days
Medical/ Dental/ Vision
401k

Responsibilities

What You Will Do:

Preparing meals
Supports a disciplined environment and provides supervision in the absence of the Culinary Services Director.
Manages food inventory appropriately and sets up work areas/stations with all necessary supplies in advance of meal service.
Performs portion control and minimizes waste to keep cost within forecasted ranges for recipes.
Understands and maintains all necessary documentation, including but not limited to, time/temperature logs, menus, invoices, etc.
Upholding cleanliness standards
Helping serve residents
Train and mentor new employees
Opportunity for growth to Culinary Services Director

Qualifications

Who You Are:

+3 years of experience as a Cook or Line/ Prep Cook
Preferred experience as a Sous Chef/Lead Cook
Prefered experience managing food inventory
Must be 18+ years of age
Food preparation and production experience required
Ability to meet all health requirements
Must be willing to take 2-step TB test

Who We Are:

Aegis Living is a national leader in retirement, assisted living and memory care; providing the finest in senior lifestyle emphasizing health, quality of life, well-being, and community.

Address: 950 Country Club Dr, Moraga, CA 94556

Min Salary

USD $30.00/Hr.

Max Salary

USD $32.00/Hr.

About the Company

Aegis Living

Assisted living and memory care provider

Aegis Living operates a network of senior living communities in Washington, California, and Nevada that provide assisted living and memory care. Each community offers housing, meals, personal care, and access to activities and specialized memory support, with care teams delivering daily support in a residential setting. The company emphasizes person-centered care through its 'Dare to Care' culture, and continually adopts new technologies and practices to improve resident life and operations. Compared with others, Aegis Living differentiates itself through its strong culture, ongoing staff development, recognition from industry awards, and a growing footprint of over 38 communities, with a clear mission to create joyful, purposeful environments for residents. Its goal is to help seniors thrive while elevating the standard of senior living and expanding its community presence.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Growth Equity (Non-Venture Capital)
Total funding: $28.3M
Headquarters: Bellevue, WA
Founded: 1997

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