Assistant Pastry Chef jobs in Merrimack, NH

We are seeking a Full Time Chef. The ideal candidate will be eager to work, have a passion for food service, demonstrate a positive attitude and exceptional customer service skills.

Job Description:

The candidate will have training as a chef either though an accredited program or experience with knowledge of proper cooking methods, sanitation, and dining room service, preferably from a hotel or similar health care facility.

Responsibilities of the chef:

• Prepare meals that are well balanced, creative and well presented
• Serve foods in accordance with dietary standards and restrictions
• Coordinate with the facility's dietitian, as needed, and implement changes in residents' diets
• Prepare food in accordance with sanitary regulations as well as our own established policies and procedures
• Ensure department is maintained in a clean and safe manner, assuring all supplies and equipment are maintained
• Ensure food and supplies for the next meal are readily available
• Adhere to the work schedule
• Assist the kitchen staff with meal preparation
• Serving our residents and their guests in a friendly, timely and courteous manner
• Cleaning the dining rooms following meal service
• Prepping materials for the next shift
• Washing dishes
• Assisting with special events within the facility
• Taking orders from residents and their guests

Qualifications:

• Able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
• Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.
• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the work day.
• Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of the facility
• Must be able to safely and successfully perform job-related functions with or without reasonable accommodation required by federal, state or local law
• 5 years cooking experience, preferred

Job Type: Full-time

Hours- 11am-7pm

Hourly rate- $22-$24/hr