Cook

Mission, KS, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Hourly

Rate:

Range $18.00 - $22.00

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Professional development opportunities

uniform provided

Team-oriented work environment

Employee wellness programs

Job Description

This position is with a reputable senior living or care facility that focuses on providing nutritious and appetizing meals to its residents to enhance their overall satisfaction and well-being. The organization values a clean and well-maintained kitchen environment that complies with all health and safety regulations. It fosters a team-oriented culture where communication and cooperation are essential. The facility places a strong emphasis on serving the elderly population with dignity, respect, and proper care, maintaining a safe environment that minimizes health risks and promotes resident comfort and happiness.

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Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
experience in food preparation preferred
ability to lift at least 50 pounds
ability to stand for extended periods
good physical condition to reach, bend, grasp, and feel
ability to work in environments with extreme temperatures and chemical exposure
must be able to understand and communicate effectively in English
ability to work flexible hours and shifts
must maintain professional appearance
willingness to wear a uniform
ability to work with disabled, ill, emotionally upset or hostile elderly residents

Job Qualifications

Experience and/or knowledge of meal preparation for large groups
ability to read and understand recipes
effective communication skills both verbal and written
ability to work flexible shifts
team-oriented with ability to multitask
ability to interact with elderly residents respectfully
ability to accept constructive criticism
professional appearance and positive attitude

Job Duties

Prepares and serves meals for assigned shifts in appropriate portions
maintains sanitation standards required by licenses and regulations
cleans work areas, utensils, and equipment with assistance
ensures inventory rotation and freshness of food
notifies Food Service Director when supplies are needed
stores food and checks supplies upon delivery in absence of Food Service Director
encourages feedback from residents, guests, and staff to improve food quality and service
supports other departments and strives to improve overall resident satisfaction
provides good communication to all involved in providing services to residents and guests
performs other duties as assigned

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