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Villa Gardens Front Porch is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We support all aspects of diversity and provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability or status as a veteran in accordance with the applicable nondiscrimination laws.

Final candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment physical, physical abilities test, drug screen and Department of Justice Criminal background clearance.

JOB SUMMARY Under the supervision of Director of Dining Services or Executive Chef, the Chef oversees and coordinates activities of kitchen workers to prepare and cook food for residents and employees of the facility.

Assists Director of Dining Services and / or Executive Chef in the organizing and directing of food preparation for Special Events and Theme Days, by performing the following duties. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provide quality Customer Service efficiently to residents, families, co-workers and vendors in a manner to ensure satisfaction.
• Comply with Standards of Service and assists in assuring the same from all kitchen employees.
• Assist in managing day-to-day operations of the kitchen, coordinate food production schedules and ensure highest level of food quality, taste and presentation.
• Participate in actual food preparation, produce food consistently high quality, taste and presentation and expedite during peak meal periods as needed.
• Control food cost by assisting in training kitchen staff on the proper methods of food preparation and handling by training kitchen and dining room employees on how to handle leftover food items.
• Assist in supervision and training of all employees.
• In conjunction with the Director of Dining Services or Executive Chef, establish goals for the kitchen, anticipate and resolve problems concerning all facets of the kitchen, anticipate trends, enact approved profit-oriented and cost saving ideas / activities.
• Establish and require strict adherence to health department sanitation and food handling guidelines.
• In conjunction with the Director of Dining Services or Executive Chef, develop menus & create and ensure adherence to recipes and product specifications.

Train kitchen staff on all new menus.

• Maintain effective communication within the kitchen, be responsive to staff suggestions and concerns and work to resolve problems.
• Maintain effective working relationship with kitchen and dining room management, staff, residents and all other departments.
• Complete daily food orders based upon scheduled banquet events and projected levels of business.
• Conduct regular inspections of the entire kitchen / dishwashing areas and coolers and promptly act to correct deficiencies found during inspection.
• Follows highest standards of cleanliness.

Follows all federal, state and corporate policies, health codes and guidelines in preparation and handling of foodstuffs.

• Ensures & follows department safety standards, practice correct body mechanic techniques and participate in campus-wide safety programs.
• Performs all duties in a safe and efficient manner.

Wears safety equipment as required for the job.

Reports any safety hazards and / or accidents to supervisor.

Attends all mandatory in-service meetings.

Complies with all department and facilities policies and procedures.

• Understand facility's fire and disaster plans; follow established procedures during drills and actual emergencies.
• Directly and / or indirectly supervise 5-10 cooks, assistant cooks and food service workers.

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.

Responsibilities may include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance;

rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. JOB REQUIREMENTS and QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and / or abilities required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Associate's degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a 2-year College or technical school; or 3-5 years related experience or training.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• ServSafe or Equivalent Certification required.

Villa Gardens Front Porch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support all aspects of diversity and provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability or status as a veteran in accordance with the applicable nondiscrimination laws.

Final candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment physical, physical abilities test, drug screen and Department of Justice Criminal background clearance.

JOB SUMMARY Under the supervision of Director of Dining Services or Executive Chef, the Chef oversees and coordinates activities of kitchen workers to prepare and cook food for residents and employees of the facility.

Assists Director of Dining Services and / or Executive Chef in the organizing and directing of food preparation for Special Events and Theme Days, by performing the following duties. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provide quality Customer Service efficiently to residents, families, co-workers and vendors in a manner to ensure satisfaction.
• Comply with Standards of Service and assists in assuring the same from all kitchen employees.
• Assist in managing day-to-day operations of the kitchen, coordinate food production schedules and ensure highest level of food quality, taste and presentation.
• Participate in actual food preparation, produce food consistently high quality, taste and presentation and expedite during peak meal periods as needed.
• Control food cost by assisting in training kitchen staff on the proper methods of food preparation and handling by training kitchen and dining room employees on how to handle leftover food items.
• Assist in supervision and training of all employees.
• In conjunction with the Director of Dining Services or Executive Chef, establish goals for the kitchen, anticipate and resolve problems concerning all facets of the kitchen, anticipate trends, enact approved profit-oriented and cost saving ideas / activities.
• Establish and require strict adherence to health department sanitation and food handling guidelines.
• In conjunction with the Director of Dining Services or Executive Chef, develop menus & create and ensure adherence to recipes and product specifications.

Train kitchen staff on all new menus.

• Maintain effective communication within the kitchen, be responsive to staff suggestions and concerns and work to resolve problems.
• Maintain effective working relationship with kitchen and dining room management, staff, residents and all other departments.
• Complete daily food orders based upon scheduled banquet events and projected levels of business.
• Conduct regular inspections of the entire kitchen / dishwashing areas and coolers and promptly act to correct deficiencies found during inspection.
• Follows highest standards of cleanliness. Follows all federal, state and corporate policies, health codes and guidelines in preparation and handling of foodstuffs.
• Ensures & follows department safety standards, practice correct body mechanic techniques and participate in campus-wide safety programs.
• Performs all duties in a safe and efficient manner. Wears safety equipment as required for the job. Reports any safety hazards and / or accidents to supervisor.
• Attends all mandatory in-service meetings. Complies with all department and facilities policies and procedures.
• Understand facility's fire and disaster plans; follow established procedures during drills and actual emergencies.
• Directly and / or indirectly supervise 5-10 cooks, assistant cooks and food service workers. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
• Responsibilities may include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance;

rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. JOB REQUIREMENTS and QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and / or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Associate's degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a 2-year College or technical school; or 3-5 years related experience or training.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• ServSafe or Equivalent Certification required.

Villa Gardens Front Porch is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We support all aspects of diversity and provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability or status as a veteran in accordance with the applicable nondiscrimination laws.

Final candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment physical, physical abilities test, drug screen and Department of Justice Criminal background clearance.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Include the following.

Other duties may be assigned as necessary.

• Provides quality Customer Service efficiently to residents, families, co-workers and vendors in a manner to ensure satisfaction.
• Directs caller to destination and records name, time of call, nature of business, and person called upon.
• Takes messages accurately including correct spelling of names and phone number.
• Operates multi-line telephone console to receive incoming messages.
• Greet incoming visitors, screen visitors in lobby if unfamiliar.
• Proficiency with multi-line telephones, telephone head set, calculator, fax machine, postal machine and copy machine.
• May cash checks; sell stamps, bill residents for meal charges by entering data on computer system.
• May sell meal tickets to employees and issues visitors pass when required.
• May make guest room reservations.
• Monitor fire alarms, call 911 if applicable and direct emergency personnel.
• Keep track of keys to residents, employees and vendors.
• Performs variety of clerical duties, which may include various projects for the Executive Director, Marketing, Accounting and Activity Departments.
• Performs all duties in a safe and efficient manner.

Reports any safety hazards and / or accidents to supervisor.

Attends all mandatory in-service meetings.

Complies with all department and facilities policies and procedures. JOB REQUIREMENTS and QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and / or abilities required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED); or 1-3 months related experience and / or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; ability to write simple correspondence;

ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

• Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's; ability to perform these operations uses units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.
• Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form; ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Knowledge of multi-line telephones, telephone head set, calculator, fax machine and postal machine. PHYSICAL DEMANDS and WORK ENVIRONMENT The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Regularly required to sit and talk or hear.
• Required to walk and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
• Occasionally required to stand; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell.
• Frequently lift and / or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and peripheral vision.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Noise level is usually moderate

Villa Gardens Front Porch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support all aspects of diversity and provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability or status as a veteran in accordance with the applicable nondiscrimination laws.

Final candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment physical, physical abilities test, drug screen and Department of Justice Criminal background clearance.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Include the following. Other duties may be assigned as necessary.

• Provides quality Customer Service efficiently to residents, families, co-workers and vendors in a manner to ensure satisfaction.
• Directs caller to destination and records name, time of call, nature of business, and person called upon.
• Takes messages accurately including correct spelling of names and phone number.
• Operates multi-line telephone console to receive incoming messages.
• Greet incoming visitors, screen visitors in lobby if unfamiliar.
• Proficiency with multi-line telephones, telephone head set, calculator, fax machine, postal machine and copy machine.
• May cash checks; sell stamps, bill residents for meal charges by entering data on computer system.
• May sell meal tickets to employees and issues visitors pass when required.
• May make guest room reservations.
• Monitor fire alarms, call 911 if applicable and direct emergency personnel.
• Keep track of keys to residents, employees and vendors.
• Performs variety of clerical duties, which may include various projects for the Executive Director, Marketing, Accounting and Activity Departments.
• Performs all duties in a safe and efficient manner. Reports any safety hazards and / or accidents to supervisor.
• Attends all mandatory in-service meetings. Complies with all department and facilities policies and procedures. JOB REQUIREMENTS and QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and / or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED); or 1-3 months related experience and / or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; ability to write simple correspondence;

ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

• Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's; ability to perform these operations uses units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.
• Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form; ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Knowledge of multi-line telephones, telephone head set, calculator, fax machine and postal machine. PHYSICAL DEMANDS and WORK ENVIRONMENT The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Regularly required to sit and talk or hear.
• Required to walk and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
• Occasionally required to stand; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell.
• Frequently lift and / or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and peripheral vision.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Noise level is usually moderate

The award-winning Casa de Mañana Retirement Community, the jewel of the Southern California coastline, is currently hiring for a Sous Chef.

Please consider joining our team! We are dedicated to creating environments that enhance the quality of our residents' lives.

If you share that same passion and commitment, we encourage you to consider a career opportunity at Casa de Mañana Retirement Community.

Our work team prides itself on extending exceptional customer service and appreciating residents' heritage, values and wisdom.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES for Sous Chef include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Specific task list will be assigned.

Comply with Standards of Service and assists in assuring the same from all kitchen employees.Assists in managing day-to-day operations of the kitchen, coordinate food production schedules and ensure highest level of food quality, taste and presentation.

Participate in actual food preparation, produce food consistently high quality, taste and presentation and expedite during peak meal periods as needed.

Control food cost by assisting in training kitchen staff on the proper methods of food preparation and handling by training kitchen and dining room employees on how to handle leftover food items.

Assists in supervision and training of all employees.In conjunction with the Director of Dining Services or Executive Chef, establish goals for the kitchen, anticipate and resolve problems concerning all facets of the kitchen, anticipate trends, enact approved profit-oriented and cost saving ideas / activities.

Establish and require strict adherence to health department sanitation and food handling guidelines.In conjunction with the Director of Dining Services or Executive Chef, develop menus & create and ensure adherence to recipes and product specifications.

Train kitchen staff on all new menus.Complete daily food orders based upon scheduled banquet events and projected levels of business.

Conduct regular inspections of the entire kitchen / dishwashing areas and coolers and promptly act to correct deficiencies found during inspection.

Follows highest standards of cleanliness. Follows all federal, state and corporate policies, health codes and guidelines in preparation and handling of foodstuffs.

Ensures & follows department safety standards, practice correct body mechanic techniques and participate in campus-wide safety programs.

Understand facility’s fire and disaster plans; follow established procedures during drills and actual emergencies.Directly and / or indirectly supervise 5-10 cooks, assistant cooks and food service workers.

Responsibilities may include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance;

rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED for Sous Chef :

Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a 2-year College or technical school; or 3-5 years related experience or training, requiredWorked as a lead or kitchen manager for 2 or more years, required.

Culinary education, preferred.Current ServSafe certification, required.Fully vaccinated for COVID-19, strongly preferred.

Must regularly lift and / or move up to 50 pounds, occasionally lift and / or move above 50 pounds with the assistance from a co-worker and / or mechanical means.

PERKS for Sous Chef :

Company provided mealsBeautiful location, right on the La Jolla shore!Possible educational reimbursementRetirement plan 403(b)Potential employee appreciation bonuses gifted by our fabulous residentsEmployee Appreciation events

Schedule will likely be Wednesday - Sunday (off on Mondays and Tuesdays) from 11 : 30am - 8pm.

We offer a $250 sign-on bonus PLUS a $600 retention bonus after completing a successful 6 months of employment!

Requirements

Final candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment physical, drug screen, COVID-19 test, and criminal background (DOJ & FBI) clearance.

Front Porch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support all aspects of diversity and provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regards to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability or status as a veteran in accordance with the applicable nondiscrimination law.

RETENTION BONUS : $ 750.00 AFTER 90 DAYS OF EMPLOYMENT

Wesley Palms, an upscale retirement community, is looking for an experienced DISHWASHER - FULL TIME POSITION

HOURS : Varied and will require you to work weekends.

Rate of pay is depending on experience.

JOB SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Dining Room Manager, a Server, interacts with our residents and employees of Front Porch residential facilities, and ensures they have a great experience when dining.

Servers are responsible for positive guest interactions while serving in a friendly and efficient manner. At all times, servers are expected to be attentive to our guests needs and making them feel welcome, comfortable, important and relaxed.

Servers are expected to have some basic food knowledge by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Includes the following. Other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Provides quality Customer Service efficiently to residents, families, co-workers and vendors in a manner to ensure satisfaction.

Prepares the tables, laying out napkins and utensils, making sure the condiments are refilled, performing all other preparation tasks.

Staying updated on current menu choices, specialties and menu deviations, knowing if the kitchen staff is running out of any items.

Direct guests to their tables, presenting menus, suggesting dishes, assisting in drink selection, informing guests about food preparation details, communicating specific guest needs to the cooks.

Maintaining proper dining experience, delivering items, fulfilling guest needs, offering desserts and drinks, removing courses, replenishing utensils, refilling glasses.

Performing basic cleaning tasks as needed or directed by supervisor.Filling in for absent staff as needed.Assisting with special events as needed.

Greet all guests and owners warmly with an appropriate greeting.Follows highest standards of cleanliness. Follows all federal, state and corporate policies, health codes and guidelines in preparation and handling of foodstuffs.

Performs all duties in a safe and efficient manner. Wears safety equipment as required for the job. Reports any safety hazards and / or accidents to supervisor.

Follow department safety standards, practice correct body mechanic techniques and participate in campus-wide safety programs.

Attends all mandatory in-service meetings. Complies with all department and facilities policies and procedures.Understand facility’s fire and disaster plans;

follow established procedures during drills and actual emergencies.

JOB REQUIREMENTS and QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and / or abilities required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Less than high school education; or up to 1 month related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Ability to read a limited number of 2-3-syllable words and to recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers.

Ability to print and speak simple sentences.Ability to add and subtract 2-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's.

Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple 1-2-step instructions.

Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional variables

PHYSICAL DEMANDS and WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Regularly required to stand and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. Frequently required to walk and talk or hear.Occasionally required to sit;

reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell.Must regularly lift and / or move up to 40 pounds, occasionally lift and / or move above 40 pounds with the assistance from a co-worker and / or mechanical means.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Regularly exposed to wet and / or humid conditions and moving mechanical parts.Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles;

toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock and vibration.

Noise level is usually loud.

BENEFITS FOR FULL TIME EMPLOYEES :

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

8 Major Holidays with Pay

1 day off with Pay - at time of yearly Anniversary

BENEFITS FOR ALL EMPLOYEES :

Access to Company Gym

1 Employee Meal on working day

Employee discounts on Shoes for Crews with payroll deductions

Direct Deposit for Payroll

HEART Fund - Emergency Fund for Employees (qualifying event).

Participation on Company related Raffles : Injury Free, Holiday Season Gifts, Surveys, etc.

Our office is open Monday thru Friday from 8 : 00 am to 3 : 30 pm. Our address is : 2404 Loring Street, Pacific Beach, CA 92109.

PLEASE BRING AT LEAST 3 REFERENCES & YOUR CURRENT RESUME - WHEN CALLED TO INTERVIEW.

Summary

Final candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment physical, drug screen and criminal background clearance.

Front Porch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support all aspects of diversity and provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability or status as a veteran in accordance with the applicable nondiscrimination laws.