Cook

Eastcastle Place is a reputable senior living and health services community with a rich history of over 140 years dedicated to serving seniors. Known for its compassionate care and commitment to promoting active and fulfilling lifestyles for its residents, Eastcastle Place offers a continuum of care from independent living to assisted living, memory care, long-term care, and skilled rehabilitation. The organization prides itself on maintaining the dignity and independence of every individual it serves while creating a vibrant and nurturing environment. As a multifaceted healthcare facility, Eastcastle Place not only provides exceptional care but also fosters a culture of excellence, collaboration, and passion among its team members. The community includes an in-house restaurant, The Gillman, serving 100-150 independent living residents, along with managing multiple satellite kitchens to cater to various resident care levels, demonstrating their commitment to high-quality dining experiences across all levels of care.

The role of Cook at Eastcastle Place is an exciting opportunity for culinary professionals passionate about delivering exceptional food experiences in a healthcare setting. This full-time position offers a competitive wage of $19.00 per hour, negotiable based on experience, with a $1,000 sign-on bonus. The schedule is structured to provide work-life balance, requiring 40 hours per week with shifts primarily from 11:00 am to 7:30 pm Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, including every other weekend on a rotating basis. As a Cook, you will be a vital part of the hospitality team, working alongside other culinary professionals, such as sous chefs, executive chefs, and dishwashers. Your role involves preparing nutritious and satisfying meals that meet the unique dietary needs and preferences of the residents. This is a dynamic and fast-paced environment where attention to detail, teamwork, and professionalism are paramount.

In this position, cooks are responsible for assisting with meal preparation including setting up breakfast, following precise recipes, and adhering to strict dietary guidelines. The role demands maintaining kitchen and dining area cleanliness, ensuring timely meal service, and upholding the highest standards of food quality and safety. You'll engage in preparing soups, stocks, sauces, boiling, braising, roasting, sautéing, frying, grilling, steaming, and baking according to standardized recipes. Planning food production to align with meal serving hours so that the temperature, appearance, and quality of food are optimal is essential. You will determine the quantities of food and supplies needed daily and coordinate procurement from storage efficiently. Collaboration with other cooks is necessary to ensure smooth, timely service and to resolve any issues related to resident orders. Additionally, completing quality assurance checklists and maintaining proper food storage with accurate labeling is a key responsibility. The ideal candidate for this role will have a minimum of two years of culinary experience in a professional kitchen, possess a strong passion for culinary excellence, and demonstrate the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented healthcare environment. Eastcastle Place values professionalism, collaboration, a passion for food, and a steadfast dedication to enhancing the dining experience for seniors. This position is perfect for culinary professionals who are actively engaged in the field and are eager to contribute to a meaningful mission that goes beyond just preparing meals — it supports resident health and well-being in a respected community setting.