Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $16.70 - $20.95
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
retirement savings plan
Employee assistance program
Paid Time Off
Sick Time
Holiday pay
Tuition Reimbursement
Flexible pay options

Job Description

Sunrise Senior Living is a leading provider of senior living services dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for older adults. With a focus on compassionate care, comfort, and community, Sunrise Senior Living operates residential communities that offer personalized care, engaging activities, and dining experiences designed to support the health and well-being of each resident. The company prides itself on fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where team members are empowered to make a meaningful difference every day. This commitment to purposeful work and community impact makes Sunrise Senior Living a recognized Great Place to Work, where employees are valued for their unique contributions and encouraged to grow professionally and personally.

The Cook role at Sunrise Senior Living is essential in delivering nutritious and enjoyable meals that contribute to residents' overall health and happiness. As a Cook, you will be responsible for preparing high-quality meals according to standardized recipes and dietary requirements, ensuring food safety, taste, and presentation meet the company’s stringent standards. The position involves maintaining a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment while supporting the broader dining service team. This job offers an hourly pay range of $16.70 to $20.95 and provides an opportunity to make a significant impact by enhancing the dining experiences in a senior living community.

Your daily activities will include preparing and serving meals, accommodating special dietary needs, monitoring food safety temperatures, and ensuring proper food storage and rotation. You will also complete cleaning logs and equipment maintenance reports, follow food safety and OSHA guidelines, and support dishwashing and dining services when necessary. When the Dining Services Coordinator is absent, you may lead food production efforts, demonstrating leadership and operational skills in the kitchen.

Joining Sunrise Senior Living means becoming part of a team where collaboration and dedication are celebrated. The company values the personal and professional growth of its employees by offering comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plans, retirement savings options, paid time off, sick leave, holiday pay, and tuition reimbursement. Additionally, employees have access to programs like the Employee Assistance Program and flexible pay options like myFlexPay, which allows you to receive payment within hours of a shift.

Sunrise Senior Living also emphasizes diversity and inclusion, ensuring a workplace where all employees feel respected, supported, and able to contribute to their fullest potential. Whether you are experienced in the culinary field or seeking to grow your skills in a rewarding environment, this Cook position offers a meaningful career path where your efforts directly enhance the well-being and quality of life of seniors in the community. If you are passionate about food preparation and service and want to be part of an award-winning team, applying to Sunrise Senior Living is the next step towards a fulfilling and impactful role.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Previous experience in food preparation or cooking preferred
  • Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
  • Ability to follow recipes and special dietary requirements
  • Physical ability to stand for extended periods and perform kitchen tasks
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Commitment to maintaining a clean and safe work environment

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Experience in cooking or food preparation preferred
  • Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
  • Ability to follow standardized recipes and dietary guidelines
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Good communication and teamwork abilities

Job Duties

  • Prepare and serve meals according to standardized recipes and menus
  • Ensure food quality, taste, and presentation meet Sunrise standards
  • Follow dietary modifications and special meal requirements
  • Record production quantities and food safety temperatures
  • Stock, rotate, date, and store food per safety regulations
  • Maintain clean kitchen, storage, and equipment areas
  • Complete cleaning logs and equipment maintenance reports
  • Follow all food safety, sanitation, and OSHA guidelines
  • Support dishwashing and dining service as needed
  • Lead food production in the absence of the Dining Services Coordinator

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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