Hickory Villa

Chef / Cook - PRN

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Temporary
Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $18.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life insurance
Health savings account
Flexible spending account
Company matching 403b plan
Paid vacation
Paid sick leave
Paid holidays
Paid Volunteer Program
Employee assistance program
Wages on Demand

Job Description

This opportunity is offered by a reputable senior living community dedicated to providing exceptional care and hospitality to its residents. The community fosters an environment that promotes wellness, dignity, and engagement for seniors in a comfortable and inviting atmosphere. As a company that values quality service and compassionate care, it continually seeks passionate individuals who want to contribute positively to the lives of older adults. The company is known for its commitment to employee well-being by offering competitive wages and flexible work arrangements to accommodate diverse schedules.

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Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Prior cooking experience in a commercial or institutional setting
  • Availability to work weekends and holidays
  • Ability to stand for long periods and perform physical tasks related to kitchen duties
  • Compliance with food safety regulations and guidelines
  • Ability to follow instructions and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
  • Willingness to work on an as-needed (PRN) basis
  • Ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality at all times
  • Must be able to wear designated uniform and maintain a neat appearance
  • Must be able to communicate effectively with team members and senior residents.

Job Qualifications

  • Experience in cooking in a commercial kitchen or similar setting
  • Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
  • Ability to follow established recipes and menus
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
  • Good communication skills
  • Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and professionalism
  • Ability to maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment
  • Flexibility to work weekends and holidays
  • Basic culinary education or relevant training preferred but not required.

Job Duties

  • Cooks meals according to established recipes and menus
  • Assists Culinary Services Director in creating menus that meet the residents’ nutritional needs and accommodates residents’ food preferences
  • Presents meals that are pleasing to the eye and palate
  • Sets up kitchen and preps according to each day’s menu, preps for next day
  • Cleans dishes, floors, walls and kitchen equipment maintaining sanitary guidelines according to community’s policies and procedures
  • Maintains an organized, clean, and safe storeroom, coolers, and kitchen
  • Assists in planning and cooking of special meals
  • Maintains proper temperatures of steam table, dishwasher, refrigerator and freezer
  • Maintains confidentiality of residents’ personal information in and out of the community and protects and supports residents’ rights
  • Maintains a professional appearance by wearing clean, pressed uniform and a demeanor that encourages a positive nurturing environment for the residents, families, vendors, and guests
  • Maintains a positive customer service environment and practices honesty and integrity in all aspects of performance
  • Ensures adequate daily coverage for meal service by communicating with the Culinary Services Director and/or Host/Hostess, to include taking resident orders for meals, providing drink refills according to residents’/guests’ requests, assists with the cleaning, resetting and preparation of the dining room in-between mealtimes
  • Performs all other duties as assigned or required.

Job Qualifications

Experience

No experience required

Job Location

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