
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Range $24.37 - $31.19
Work Schedule
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
life and disability coverage
Voluntary Accident Insurance
401(k) with Company Match
Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
Employee assistance program
Tuition Reimbursement
Job Description
THE FORUM is a distinguished senior living community dedicated to enhancing the lives of its residents by providing exceptional care and hospitality services. Renowned for its warm and welcoming environment, THE FORUM invests deeply in its staff, recognizing that a motivated and committed team is essential to delivering outstanding service to the senior community. As a company, THE FORUM is committed to progressive growth, innovation in senior care, and fostering an employee-focused culture where each team member plays a critical role in shaping residents' experiences. This forward-thinking establishment is part of a broader movement to redefine senior living by embedding compassion, dignity, and joy into daily life. Joining THE FORUM means becoming part of a team that values personal development, excellence in service, and a mission-driven approach to senior care.
THE FORUM is currently seeking a hospitality-focused Cook to join its dedicated culinary team. This full-time position plays an integral role in the Community Culinary Services Department, responsible for hands-on production cooking that ensures residents receive nutritious, appealing, and high-quality meals every day. The Cook works in a fast-paced environment where adherence to food safety, sanitation, and operational standards is paramount, helping create a safe and pleasant dining experience for the community. The role requires proactive collaboration with the culinary team and other departments to maintain all community standards of quality and service while also assisting in meal service and cleaning duties when needed. The position offers an hourly wage ranging from $24.37 to $31.19, reflecting the company's commitment to competitive compensation for skilled hospitality professionals. Full-time employment includes weekend availability, emphasizing the importance of flexibility in providing consistent and reliable service to residents. This role offers an extraordinary opportunity for individuals passionate about cooking, hospitality, and senior care to build a meaningful career in a supportive and mission-driven environment. Employees are encouraged to grow professionally and contribute to a vibrant workplace culture that celebrates milestones, encourages engagement, and fosters career advancement. With comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, and a supportive work atmosphere, THE FORUM stands out as an employer of choice for hospitality professionals dedicated to making a difference in the lives of seniors.
THE FORUM is currently seeking a hospitality-focused Cook to join its dedicated culinary team. This full-time position plays an integral role in the Community Culinary Services Department, responsible for hands-on production cooking that ensures residents receive nutritious, appealing, and high-quality meals every day. The Cook works in a fast-paced environment where adherence to food safety, sanitation, and operational standards is paramount, helping create a safe and pleasant dining experience for the community. The role requires proactive collaboration with the culinary team and other departments to maintain all community standards of quality and service while also assisting in meal service and cleaning duties when needed. The position offers an hourly wage ranging from $24.37 to $31.19, reflecting the company's commitment to competitive compensation for skilled hospitality professionals. Full-time employment includes weekend availability, emphasizing the importance of flexibility in providing consistent and reliable service to residents. This role offers an extraordinary opportunity for individuals passionate about cooking, hospitality, and senior care to build a meaningful career in a supportive and mission-driven environment. Employees are encouraged to grow professionally and contribute to a vibrant workplace culture that celebrates milestones, encourages engagement, and fosters career advancement. With comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, and a supportive work atmosphere, THE FORUM stands out as an employer of choice for hospitality professionals dedicated to making a difference in the lives of seniors.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma
- Culinary degree preferred
- Minimum of one year restaurant or senior living or equivalent cooking experience
- Must be available to work on weekends
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma
- Culinary degree preferred
- Minimum of one year restaurant/senior living or equivalent cooking experience
Job Duties
- Exemplify at all times community standards of cleanliness, sanitation and operational organization
- Responsible for adhering to food quality, appearance and presentation standards at all times
- Produce and serve menu cycle programs that are compliant with required nutritional/dietary criteria as required by local regulations and correctly prepare diets provided per policy and procedure
- Exhibit cooking standards of speed, accuracy, and efficiency
- Demonstrate knowledge in all areas of cooking preparation and production
- Assist with serving of meals and ware washing as necessary
- Visit residents periodically to evaluate food service such as quality, quantity, temperature, and appearance
- and conduct evaluations to make revisions in operations/procedures to promote improved food service
- Represent the community in a warm and inviting manner, which creates a positive marketing environment
- Supports creating a culture where the business decisions made in this position, along with individual employee engagement, drive top-line revenue and occupancy
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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