Job Overview
Employment Type
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $16.00 - $17.50
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Training and Development
Paid holidays
Job Description
Cottage Grove Place is a senior care facility dedicated to providing high-quality culinary services to its residents, ensuring a comfortable and nutritious dining experience every day. Situated in a welcoming environment, this establishment emphasizes respect, responsibility, and safety as core values that extend throughout all its services. As a part-time cook at Cottage Grove Place, you will play a vital role in the preparation and presentation of meals tailored to meet the diverse dietary needs of seniors, including those requiring special accommodations such as pureed food or specific dietary restrictions as dictated by physician orders. The kitchen operates under strict... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- minimum two years formal culinary training or equivalent experience
- food service experience preferred
- knowledge of sanitation and safe food handling practices
- ability to work flexible shifts including weekends
- ability to stand for extended periods
- ability to follow standardized recipes and portion controls
- strong attention to detail
- ability to maintain confidentiality
- comply with all safety and workplace policies
- good interpersonal skills
Job Qualifications
- Minimum two years formal culinary training program with degree or equivalent experience
- food service background in upscale restaurants, private clubs, and/or hotels preferred
- knowledge of kitchen sanitation procedures
- ability to work under intense time pressure
- strong teamwork and communication skills
- dedication to high standards of food quality and presentation
- commitment to hospitality and senior engagement
Job Duties
- Prepare all soups, stocks, and sauces
- boil, braise, and roast items as per standardized recipes
- prepare and serve sautéed, fried, grilled, steamed, pureed, and baked items
- complete appropriate paperwork and clean equipment
- maintain hot food line and serve residents in cooperation with dietary staff and leadership
- ensure proper food temperatures, portion sizes, and plate appearance
- prepare salads, desserts, and baked items according to standardized recipes
- monitor and enforce sanitation standards and comply with OBRA guidelines
- participate in pre-service meetings and plan meal production
- comply with dietary restrictions based on physician orders
- follow safety regulations and safe food handling practices
- maintain safe and sanitary workstations
- uphold personal hygiene and dress code standards
- attend training and in-service education sessions
- perform assigned duties under supervisor direction
- identify and act on safety hazards and emergencies
- maintain resident confidentiality
- model and support Cottage Grove Place’s values
- adhere to workplace policies and procedures
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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