Cook

Latham, NY, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Hourly

Compensation

Hourly

Range $18.00 - $22.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Day Shifts

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Health Reimbursement Arrangement

Flexible spending account

Paid Time Off

Job Description

Elderwood Village at Colonie is a well-established senior living community located at 626 Watervliet Shaker Rd, Latham, NY 12110. Known for providing exceptional care and a warm atmosphere for its residents, Elderwood Village emphasizes a holistic approach to senior living where health, comfort, and happiness are prioritized. As part of the Elderwood family of communities, the village offers a range of services designed to meet the needs of seniors, including assisted living and memory care. With a commitment to quality and compassionate service, Elderwood Village fosters a supportive and engaging environment for both residents and staff. Their focus on personalized... Show More

Job Requirements

Minimum 18 yrs age required
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Previous food preparation experience required
Ability to understand and organize food preparation activities required
Ability to carry out cooking tasks at a safe and efficient level of performance required
Knowledge of food preparation and production process necessary
Pride in quality of food and service necessary
High degree of personal cleanliness and good hygiene
Health status suitable for service of food required
Respect for residents privacy and rights
Respectful and dignified treatment of residents required
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English at an intermediate or advanced level

Job Qualifications

Minimum 18 yrs age required
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Previous food preparation experience required
Ability to understand and organize food preparation activities required
Ability to carry out cooking tasks at a safe and efficient level of performance required
Knowledge of food preparation and production process necessary
Pride in quality of food and service necessary
High degree of personal cleanliness and good hygiene
Health status suitable for service of food required
Respect for residents privacy and rights
Respectful and dignified treatment of residents required
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English at an intermediate or advanced level

Job Duties

Review menus and production sheets to determine food quantities needed for regular, mechanically altered and other special diet needs
Prepare specified food items, as assigned
Test cooked foods by tasting and smelling samples
Ensure that sanitation and safety standards are met in the preparation, cooking and production line stages of food production
Maintain cleanliness and upkeep of specified equipment and the general kitchen work area
Supervise food being cooked
ensures that food is held and served at correct temperature
Assist with preparation of and distribution of foodstuffs

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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