Cook (Pacific Regent La Jolla, CA)

Description

Introduction:

Seabreeze Management Company is a full-service property management firm with a diverse management portfolio of over 90,000 residential and commercial properties. Based in Aliso Viejo, California, Seabreeze has offered an unrivaled client experience to commercial common-interest developments and homeowners’ associations for over 30 years. With offices throughout California and Nevada, Seabreeze has expanded its mission to be a trusted advisor and collaborative partner with developments to build thriving associations through superior service and integrity.

At Seabreeze, people are at the heart of what we do. Our philosophy, “Passion when combined with commitment, makes anyone unstoppable” is carried out by enthusiastic and customer-centric teams who serve the communities where we work and live.

Summary

Assist in the cooking and preparation of nutritional meals.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

To perform this position 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.

• Prepare and assist in serving meals in accordance with the menu, production sheets, and recipes.
• Prepare menu items in a timely manner as scheduled.
• Provide proper food transportation, plate-up and portion control.
• Adhere to residents’ special diet restrictions.
• Maintain and record proper temperature controls, food storage and food rotation.
• Perform tasks as assigned on cleaning schedule.
• Adhere to safety and sanitation practices.
• Clean all workstations and equipment immediately after use.
• Store leftovers and unused food products by covering and dating items properly.
• Adhere to scheduled in time, break periods, and out time.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English.
• Must have the ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos.
• Must have a valid San Diego County Food Handlers Card; administered on site.
• Must have a valid Serve Safe Certification within 90 days of hire.
• Must be able to follow directions.
• Must be able to perform duties in a team environment.
• Must demonstrate effective customer service skills.
• Follow all policies and procedures for the department and community.
• Attend all mandatory meetings.
• Comply with all federal, state and local regulations for the department.
• Attend all mandatory training and ongoing training as requested.
• Attend all mandatory department meetings.
• Attend all mandatory all-staff meetings.
• Know the safety goal(s) of the community.
• Participate in and support the safety program regularly throughout the year.
• Ensure to being knowledgeable in the use of the MSDS books and Emergency Preparedness manual.
• Ensure to being knowledgeable of the specific responsibilities in the event of an emergency.
• Participate at least annually in the associate satisfaction survey.
• Respond to associate requests in a timely and friendly manner.
• Provide great customer service to residents and visitors at all times.
• Treat all residents with respect.
  
  

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

• Prefer 3-5-year prior experience in food preparation in a full service restaurant and/or in an institutional setting.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to residents, guests, and other associates.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
• Must have a valid San Diego County Food Service Workers Card within 30 days of hire.
• Knowledge of service standards and systems.
• Ability to perform duties in a team environment.
• Must be professional in attitude, demeanor and dress.
• Good organizational skills and ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
  
  

Minimum Education

Secondary education is preferred.

Any equivalent combination of experience, education, and other qualifications may be considered.

Language Skills

The individual must have strong written communication skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with employees and clients at all levels of the organization, both verbally and in writing.

Availability

Varied working hours to include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. Subject to callback during emergency conditions (severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster, etc.)

Work Environment

The cook works in a well-lighted, clean environment. S/he constantly interacts with other people, and may have to handle several responsibilities at once. The Association maintains a smoke-free environment throughout the property.

Seabreeze is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that celebrates the diversity of our team. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation such as an ASL interpreter, please contact Vy Nguyen at (949) 334-8166.