Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $15.00 - $19.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Flexible Schedule
Employee Discounts
Professional Development
supportive work environment
Job Description
Five Star Senior Living is a prominent senior living community devoted to enriching the lives of older adults by providing compassionate care and a vibrant living environment. The organization is a leading provider of independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing services across multiple locations, focused on enriching and inspiring the journey of life for its residents. At Five Star Senior Living, the team members play a crucial role in delivering personalized care and services that promote health, wellness, and an active lifestyle for seniors. The company fosters a supportive and inclusive culture that values professional development, teamwork,... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must pass state and company criminal background/drug screens
- Demonstrates effective time management skills
- Experience and/or knowledge of special diets, meal preparation for large groups and safe food handling techniques required
- Ability to read and understand recipes
- Work in a team environment
- Work flexible shifts
- Handle multiple tasks at one time
- Communicate effectively verbally and/or in writing
- Ability to perform detail work involving math calculations
- Problem solve
- Handle emergency situations
- Read and understand menus
- Strong working knowledge of food preparation techniques
- Cooking methods
- Safety and sanitation practices
- Comfortable standing, stopping, squatting, twisting, and moving frequently
- Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- 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, work in a team environment, work flexible shifts, handle multiple tasks at one time and communicate effectively verbally and/or in writing
- Ability to perform detail work involving math calculations, problem solve, handle emergency situations, 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
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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