Description Position Summary: The lead cook assists with preparing menus, inventory control, and maintains a clean, organized and safe kitchen environment. In addition, they assist with supervision of the HarborChase hospitality associates, front and back of the house, to assure that service is performed in a timely and acceptable manner per HRA Standards, and that food is served in a timely, appetizing and appealing manner. Essential Functions: • Assists with assuring that all HRA Hospitality Brand Standards are alive and vibrant within the community. • Identify and report food and supplies needed for the next week’s menus-may assist with placing food and supply orders. • Responsible for overall function of the HarborChase hospitality department in absence of the Campus Director of Hospitality • Assist in the receiving, rotation, and storage of products • Prepare menus and cook food in accordance with nutritional guidelines, regulations, and residents’ individual prescribed diets and food preferences • Assist with planning of menu • Assist in fostering residents’ independence with eating by providing adaptive equipment when needed • Prepare food and coordinate food and services for special community events when requested • Assist with assuring that department is run according to all applicable regulations and HRA standards. • Notify Campus Dir. of Hospitality or any malfunctioning kitchen equipment or appliances • Ensure proper storage and handling of food in accordance with infection control standards • Complete daily Hospitality check list, or trains designee to perform same. • The ability to work in a safe and alert manner • The ability to take ownership for associate’s safety and the safety of the residents • Must disclose any medication that might impair associate’s ability to perform the job safely or competently. Non-Essential Functions: • Leads by example exhibiting the CORE Values through servant leadership Encourages teamwork and promotes company philosophy • Attends required community meetings and participates in Life Enrichment activities when able • Completes all required courses in adherence with HRA University • Is prompt and able to perform the required duties of the position on a regular, predictable basis • Becomes familiar and understands how to report a missing person using the Safe Return program or equivalent • Becomes familiar and understands the steps for fire evacuation • All associates are responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for all community residents