Job Information
Immanuel Lutheran Communities Sous Chef- The Claremont in Kalispell, Montana
Job Description
Position Duties
Possess a high degree of personal cleanliness and hygiene
Maintain high safety and sanitation standards in food service preparation
Prepare and serve food according to planned menus
Report equipment and supply needs to Executive Chef
Support purchasing, receiving, and storage standards
Use and teach staff proper food handling techniques
Date, label, and store food properly
Keep work areas clean and in good order and assist with cleaning duties
Assist with the following:
Purchase food and supplies, based on production needs
Assure that food is obtained and ready for meal preparation as listed on the menu
Plan and organize the preparation of special meals, parties, banquets, etc.
Minimize, plan, and utilize leftovers appropriately
Monitor and control department resources according to established budget
Conduct inventory of food and supplies
Maintain an organized office and food production areas
Promote a team atmosphere and workplace safety
Requirements
Essential Physical, mental, and Emotional Requirements
Employee must be at least 18 years of age.
The employee must be able to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and be able to work under time and/or deadline pressures.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to stand at least 90% of the shift; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, bend, squat, crouch, or crawl; talk and hear.
The employee must occasionally to frequently lift up to 10 pounds and occasionally to frequently lift up to 20 pounds.
The employee will frequently carry up to 12 pounds, occasionally to frequently carry up to 20 pounds, and occasionally push/pull up to 20 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required of this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Education and Experience
At least 6 months of experience in this field preferred
Experience in large-scale cooking operation, with supervisory skills, is preferable
Knowledge of large volume food service delivery systems
Other Required Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities
Effectively work and communicate with a wide range of individuals from all socio-economic groups, including senior adult residents and people with special needs, as well as family members
Read, interpret, and implement documents, such as governmental regulations, rules, and procedure manuals
Work with minimal supervision and effectively manage workflow
Supervise the work of others, while promoting teamwork and customer service.
Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
Respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints from residents and/or employees
Understand and follow both written and verbal instructions