Cook

Guardian has an opportunity for a Full-Time Cook to join our experienced and committed team at Windsor Square.

Windsor Square is a 95-unit Retirement Community in Marysville, WA.

The general purpose of this job is to prepare quality food for the residents in accordance with safety and health guidelines at all times. The Cook will prepare appetizing, attractive, nutritious meals to residents in a timely and consistent manner. All food will be prepared according to recipes and the highest food sanitation standards.

For this position, we are seeking a self-starter who enjoys working closely with others in a fast-paced, hands on environment. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, professional and communicative; and must have a minimum of one (1) year of professional cooking, food preparation or related experience in a fast paced, high-volume setting.

Compensation: $18.00 - $26.00 / hour (DOE) + benefits.

Benefits: Medical/Vision/Prescription Insurance, Dental Insurance, Medical/Dependent Care FSA, Life/AD&D Insurance, Employer-matched 401-K, PTO, Paid Holidays, Employee Assistance Program.

Schedule: 40 hours/week, schedule varies.

Guardian provides a culture in which employees are encouraged to learn new skills and develop their existing strengths. Upward mobility is a reality here. We provide ample training and opportunity for anyone who desires to take their property management career to the next level. Interested in growing along with one of the leading property management companies in the Northwest? This could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualification Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed below are representative, but not exclusive of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

High school diploma or GED.
Must have and maintain a valid food handler's card.
At least one year of experience in food services related industry.
Serve Safe Certification
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to speak, read and write in English.
Ability to communicate effectively and in a timely manner; both verbally and in writing.
Able to complete company training requirements for this position within pre-determined deadlines and attend other training sessions as required.
Possess the knowledge of kitchen/dining room appliances and tools.

Essential Functions:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.

Represent Guardian in a positive and professional manner at all times.
Support Food Service Director in managing all aspects of the kitchen in compliance with all local, state, and federal laws for food handling, preparation, storage and disposal.
Prepare meals and snacks according to menus and recipes, so that they are consistently appetizing, presented well, are available at appropriate times or served on time according to dining schedule.
Make sure that all meals are prepared in accordance with company and sanitation standards.
Assure food is correctly stored, adhering to all related policies and procedures (e.g., labels, dates, and specific reuse for leftovers).
Assure kitchen is cleaned after each meal, including but not limited to pots and pans, all work surfaces, and floors.
Perform special kitchen cleaning tasks according to schedule provided by Food Service Director.
Resolve resident complaints regarding food and/or food services graciously and promptly and communicate complaints and resolution to Food Service Director.
Supervise food services employees in the absence of Food Services Director (see FSD job description).
Complete outside education and training classes necessary to fulfill state or provincial regulations.
Work in accordance with all safety policies and procedures to protect food services employees and adheres to all other food services policies and procedures (i.e. kitchen cleanliness and organization).
Manage the food services component of all banquets and special events.
Accurately record time worked, adhere to time keeping guidelines including reviewing and approving site staff time records on a daily basis as requested by the Food Service Director or Executive Director.
Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships between departments and with coworkers.
Follow confidentiality guidelines for all resident, property, owner, and Guardian information at all times.
Constantly strive for improvements in work process and results to better meet resident needs, ownership goals and objectives, and company standards and expectations.
Other duties as assigned by the Food Service Director, Executive Director or Portfolio Manager.

Guardian - Company Description

Guardian is a developer, owner, and operator of multifamily properties, providing innovative real estate solutions dedicated to community and housing for all. Based in the Pacific Northwest, our customer-focused team is committed to supporting and lifting the communities we serve. Since 2002, Guardian has developed or acquired 11,000 multifamily units and 350,000 square feet of commercial space. With more than 350 team members, our management portfolio consists of 110 communities across four states.

The Guardian Experience - Our People

Property Management is our strength. People have always been our passion. Our team is, and has always been, actively engaged in superior real estate management and enhancing the communities in which we live and work. In this economy, companies come and go. As a third-generation, family owned firm, Guardian's growth and stability has evolved the company into a leading Pacific Northwest real estate management and investment firm.

Guardian Offers

In addition to competitive salaries, 401(k), Paid Time Off and paid Holidays, we offer a culture in which individuals work and participate in collaborative team environments and are encouraged to continue to grow both professionally and personally.

AAP/EEO Statement

This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

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