Cook

Albuquerque, NM, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Hourly

Rate:

Range $12.00 - $17.00

Benefits

Meaningful opportunities for personal and professional growth

Supportive workplace culture

Collaborative team environment

Health and safety compliance training

participation in special event planning

ability to work flexible shifts

experience in senior living culinary services

Job Description

Five Star Senior Living is a well-established organization dedicated to enriching the lives of senior residents through compassionate care and engaging community experiences. As a leader in the assisted living and senior care industry, Five Star Senior Living operates numerous communities across the United States, providing high-quality housing, personalized health services, and vibrant social programs for older adults. The organization emphasizes a culture of respect, dignity, and continuous improvement, ensuring that residents receive the utmost care in a supportive and welcoming environment. The team members at Five Star Senior Living are regarded as critical links to the lives they touch,... Show More

Job Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age
Must pass state and company criminal background and drug screens

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Demonstrates effective time management skills
Experience and/or knowledge of special diets, meal preparation for large groups and safe food handling techniques
Ability to read and understand recipes
Ability to work in a team environment
Ability to work flexible shifts
Ability to handle multiple tasks at one time
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and/or in writing
Ability to perform detail work involving math calculations
Ability to problem solve and handle emergency situations
Ability to read and understand menus
Strong working knowledge of food preparation techniques, cooking methods and safety and sanitation practices
Comfortable standing, stopping, squatting, twisting and moving frequently
Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds

Job Duties

Prepare meals for residents and their guests in a timely and consistent manner
Cook and assemble meals according to established recipes, portion sizes and presentation standards
Collaborate with culinary staff, nutritionists and healthcare professionals to accommodate special dietary needs, allergies and food intolerances of residents
Order and inventory food and supplies, monitoring stock levels and rotation to minimize waste
Assist with menu development, recipe tasting and special event planning
Ensure work environment and stations are clean and sanitized
Inspect food products and supplies as needed
Determine food and supply needs based on menu and dietary needs
Communicate changes or shortages quickly and effectively
Comply with outlined safety regulations, procedures and 5-Star policies

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