Job Description

SOUS CHEF/ASSISTANT CULINARY MANAGER- AUBURN MEADOWS IN WACONIA

_ Do you have a passion for helping people and want a rewarding career where there is a friendly and family atmosphere? Do you want to be an instrumental piece in making a difference and enriching the lives of our senior residents?_

If so, AUBURN HOMES AND SERVICES has a role awaiting you. We are currently seeking an SOUS CHEF/ASSISTANT CULINARY MANAGER to come and join our Waconia campus team. Current availability includes FULL-TIME HOURS FROM 8AM-6:30PM, INCLUDING EVERY OTHER WEEKEND. WILL WORK 4 DAYS A WEEK AND HAVE ONE WEEKEND AS A 3 DAY WEEKEND. THIS POSITION IS 80 HOURS BI-WEEKLY AND BENEFIT ELIGIBLE.

BI-WEEKLY SCHEDULE:

WEEK 1

• Sunday 8am-6:30pm
• Tuesday 8am-6:30pm
• Wednesday 8am-6:30pm
• Thursday 8am-6:30pm

WEEK 2

• Monday 8am-6:30pm
• Tuesday 8am-6:30pm
• Friday 8am-6:30pm
• Saturday 8am-6:30pm

If you are local or want a position that is close to home, our Waconia campus is located just west of the twin cities metropolitan area

AUBURN MEADOWS WACONIA CAMPUS

591 CHERRY DRIVE

WACONIA, MN 55387

We are a neighborly community with a beautiful small town appeal and close in proximity to Saint Bonifacius, Victoria, Cologne, Mayer, Norwood Young America, Mound, Watertown, Excelsior, Chaska, New Germany, Spring Park, Maple Plain, Chanhassen, Carver Hamburg, Delano etc.

Auburn Homes and Services is a not-for-profit senior services organization with Long-Term Care, Transitional Care, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Enhanced Care, and Hud Subsidized Independent Living Facilities located in Chaska and Waconia Minnesota.  In the spirit of Christ's love, we serve others with integrity and compassion.

When you work at Auburn Homes and Services, you are joining a community of individuals who are passionate about serving others and become part of the Auburn Homes & Services family. You will come to work knowing that every day you have an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of our residents and experience our active at-home atmosphere.

The primary purpose of the Sous Chef/Assistant Culinary Manager is to prepare food in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations, with our established policies and procedures, and as may be directed by the Culinary Manager, to assure that quality food service is provided at all times.  Support and assist the Dietary Manager with the overall operation of the Culinary Department.  Assume day-to-day responsibilities in the absence of the Culinary Manager to assure continuity for staff and residents.

1. This position is responsible for monitoring departmental compliance with local, state, and federal regulations in preparing attractive, nutritious and palatable meals for residents /customers following established menus, policies and practices, as well as best practices.
2. Monitors procurement, storage, preparation, and distribution and service of food under sanitary conditions.
3. Oversees, and assures, appropriate nutritional care for residents according to physician orders, state/federal regulations and resident care plans.
4. Requires daily engagement with employees and assisting them to be successful in their positions.  The successful candidate will be responsible for creating work schedules for cooks and dietary assistants. The Assistant Culinary Manager provides recognition to employees who perform their job correctly and consistently, and provides coaching and redirection to those who need to improve performance.
5. The successful candidate is required to follow Auburn Home’s infection control policies and procedures, OSHA, and CDC Guidelines that apply to blood borne pathogens, serving food, assisting residents, and cleaning.
6. This position ensures residents’ common dining areas are pleasant and orderly.
7. Will be in charge of the Dietary Department in the absence of the Dietary Manager.

Being part of the Auburn Homes & Services community, we realize that you as our staff member are our most important resource and therefore offer a variety of amenities including, but not limited to:

• Fun and home-like atmosphere

• Flexibility

• Employee meals

• Continuing education

• Professional growth and promotions within the company

• Fulfillment of role

• And above all else… HAVING FUN AND ENJOYING OUR WONDERFUL RESIDENTS!

   Answer the call and we welcome you to the Auburn Homes & Services family!

  COME WORK WITH US!

Qualifications

1. One (1) year food experience in a supervisory capacity in a hospital, nursing care facility, or other related medical facility preferred (but not necessary).

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.  Auburn Homes & Services is an EEO/AAP employer