Chef

The incumbent is in charge of the preparation and cooking of food in a facility with a large client population. This work involves the supervision of the food preparation staff in the Albany County Nursing Home.  The work is performed under the general supervision of the Director of Dietary Services, and within the directions of the Dietitian who sets the nutritional values for the food to be served.  Supervision is exercised over all supervisory and cooking personnel within the kitchen.  Does related work as required.

Responsibilities/Typical Work Activities:  

• Supervises and participates in the preparation of and serving of food;

• Supervises the storage and care of food and supplies;

• Supervises the cleaning of the kitchen and care of the equipment;

• Keeps records of food and supplies received and used;

• Keeps employee time cards;

• Plans work schedules

• Plans menus with attention to acceptability and budgetary limitations and with a Dietitians assistance in setting nutritional values;

• Determines requirements and submits requisitions for food and supplies.

Full Performance, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics:

• Thorough knowledge of the principals and practices of large quantity food preparation;

• Thorough knowledge of the fundamentals of nutrition principals and their applications to the health of residents;

• Good knowledge of menu planning;

• Good knowledge of the purchasing of food in large quantities and the sanitary handling and storage of such food;

• Good knowledge of modern food preparation including the utensils, appliances and equipment used for such preparation;

• Ability to plan and supervise the work of others;

• Ability to keep records of temperature of foods served;

• Ability to get along well with other employees;

• Ability to accurately communicate verbal and written direction.

Minimum Qualifications (either):

A.  Graduation from an accredited college with at least an associate degree in nutrition and three (3) years of food service experience in an institutional setting, of which two (2) years shall have been in a supervisory capacity;

OR

B.  Five (5) years of food service experience in an institutional setting, of which two (2) years shall have been in a supervisory capacity.

Employee Benefits:

• Little Sprouts, on-site daycare

  o   Low to no-cost daycare for all full-time staff

• Free CDTA bus pass with direct stop at Shaker Place

• New York State retirement plan and optional deferred compensation

• Tuition reimbursement

• Health insurance: low-cost health plan (Anthem, formerly Empire), dental, vision, prescriptions

• Generous paid time off, including vacation, personal and holidays

• 529 college savings plan

• Weekly payroll

• Flexible spending account

About Shaker Place Rehabilitation & Nursing:

Beautiful, recently renovated, state-of-the-art facilities with new amenities, advanced equipment, and thoughtful design. We cultivate a supportive, inclusive, respectful, diverse, and welcoming culture committed to providing the highest quality of care to our residents. Our mission is to provide comprehensive care and exceptional services to the people of Albany County and surrounding areas. For nearly 50 years, we have been committed to enhancing each resident's quality of life and valuing their independence, dignity, and happiness.

Shaker Place Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is an E-Verify participant and equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other status protected by laws and regulations.