Hickory Villa

Chef/Cook - Part time

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $19.00
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Work Schedule

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 personal time
Paid sick time
Paid holidays
Paid Volunteer Program
Total care EAP
Wages on Demand

Job Description

Our organization is a dedicated senior living community committed to enhancing the lives of our residents through compassionate care and quality services. We specialize in providing a warm and inviting environment where seniors can thrive and feel valued. Our team works together to maintain high standards of safety, nutrition, and comfort for all residents, ensuring their needs are met with professionalism and respect. We are currently seeking a passionate and skilled part-time Cook to join our culinary team. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys preparing nutritious, delicious meals and contributing to the wellbeing of the senior community. The... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Previous cooking experience preferred
  • Ability to work weekends and holidays
  • Knowledge of kitchen safety and sanitation
  • Ability to follow recipes and menus
  • Physical ability to perform kitchen tasks
  • Strong communication skills
  • Commitment to confidentiality

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Previous experience in a cooking or food preparation role preferred
  • Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
  • Ability to work weekends and holidays as required
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to follow recipes and dietary guidelines
  • Commitment to maintaining confidentiality
  • Positive attitude and customer service orientation

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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