Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $20.00 - $21.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
training programs
Employee Discounts

Job Description

This opportunity is with a senior living community dedicated to providing an elevated way of life for seniors, where comfort, connection, and joy thrive. The establishment upholds a mission of delivering outstanding service and care, fostering an environment that promotes the well-being and happiness of its residents. As a reputable senior care facility, the community emphasizes a culture of respect, compassion, and quality living experiences, allowing seniors to live their lives to the fullest in a supportive setting. The organization values teamwork, professionalism, and a commitment to the mission in all employees, ensuring that residents receive personal and attentive care.

The role being offered is that of a Cook, reporting directly to the Director of Culinary. This is an hourly position with a compensation range of $20 to $21 per hour based on experience. The Cook plays a crucial role in supporting the delivery and execution of quality food service to both residents and guests of the community. The position requires the preparation of ingredients, cooking meals according to health and safety standards, and maintaining cleanliness and organization of the kitchen workspace. A Cook in this role is expected to multitask efficiently, handle multiple food orders simultaneously, and contribute ideas for menu specials and seasonal dishes. Additionally, the Cook must assist in maintaining inventory, reordering supplies, and ensuring food presentation meets the community’s high standards for quality and appearance. This role also includes participation in ongoing training through a Learning Management System to meet community standards of care and service. The position demands physical endurance, teamwork skills, and a self-motivated attitude to ensure the comfort and satisfaction of seniors living in the community. The Cook will work closely with kitchen staff and wait personnel to deliver meals in a timely manner while maintaining a clean, safe, and organized culinary environment. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about culinary care in a senior living setting and who appreciate contributing to a meaningful mission that enhances the lives of older adults.

Job Requirements

  • High school degree or equivalent
  • Able to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
  • Physical endurance to stand for entire shift
  • Self-motivated and self-directed
  • Works well as part of a team and on individual tasks
  • Able to quickly multiple orders

Job Qualifications

  • Able to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
  • Physical endurance to stand for an entire shift
  • Self-motivated and self-directed
  • Works well as part of a team and on individual tasks
  • Able to quickly multiple orders
  • High school degree or equivalent

Job Duties

  • Supports the mission, vision, and goals of the organization, upholding and promoting company culture and vision
  • Setting up, cleaning, and organizing workstations
  • Preparing ingredients for the shift
  • washing vegetables, chopping, seasoning meat, etc
  • Preparing oven, utensils, and grill for shift
  • Taking orders from wait staff or computerized system
  • Cooking order according to food health and safety standards
  • Recommending ideas for specials or seasonal dishes
  • Handling multiple food orders at one time
  • Monitoring multiple food orders as new orders arrive
  • Dressing order for presentation
  • Ensuring each guest order has the correct food and sides
  • Delivering food order to wait staff in a timely manner
  • Storing all food properly
  • Sanitizing and cleaning workstations and utensils
  • Reordering stock and food supplies
  • Assisting other cooks in preparing food or helping other team members when needed
  • Attends training courses at community and maintains up to date monthly, quarterly, annual training through designated Learning Management System (LMS)
  • Other duties as assigned, and which relate to the success of the community and the care, comfort, and happiness of our residents

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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