Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $19.00 - $22.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Retirement Plan
Associate Shopping Program
Paid sick leave
Health and wellness programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet insurance
critical illness insurance
accident insurance
Hospital Indemnity insurance
legal services
Auto and home program
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Paid Time Off
Disability insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee assistance program
flexible spending accounts
Job Description
Morrison Living is a prominent division within Compass Group, a leading global provider of food services and hospitality solutions. Morrison Living specializes in delivering exceptional dining experiences across senior living communities, offering not only meals but an enhanced lifestyle for residents. The company is well-regarded for its commitment to culinary excellence, innovation, and compassionate customer service, making it a respected name in the hospitality sector, particularly in senior care environments.
This job posting is for a full-time Cook position at Morrison Living's Holly Creek Retirement Community located at 5500 East Peakview Avenue, Centennial, CO. The opportunity offers a full-time schedule from Friday through Tuesday, from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, providing a stable work-life balance. Morrison Living values skilled culinary professionals and offers pay ranging from $19.00 to $22.00 per hour, reflecting industry standards and the importance of the role. They also emphasize a willingness to train, making this position ideal for cooks seeking to advance their careers in a supportive environment.
The Cook role at Morrison Living is integral to the culinary team and central to the company’s mission of delivering memorable dining experiences. This position requires preparing high-quality meals from scratch in a high-volume environment, adhering strictly to federal, state, and corporate safety and quality regulations. The cook will be responsible for following standardized recipes, maintaining portion control, ensuring food safety standards such as HACCP are met, and presenting meals that are both visually appealing and flavorful.
Beyond meal preparation, the cook will engage in tasks including cleaning and maintaining kitchen hygiene, monitoring food storage, operating kitchen equipment, and supporting inventory management activities like ordering and receiving food supplies. The role calls for a dedicated team player who fosters positive relationships with coworkers, management, and residents alike, contributing to a pleasant work atmosphere and enhanced dining service quality.
The position at Holly Creek Retirement Community offers dynamic and rewarding work where the cook is a key contributor to the health and satisfaction of senior residents. Morrison Living is proud of its inclusive company culture and commitment to equal opportunity employment, embracing diversity and fairness in all hiring practices. Team members benefit from robust health, wellness, and financial benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and more, creating a comprehensive support system for employees.
Working at Morrison Living means joining a leading hospitality company dedicated to quality and care, offering opportunities for professional growth and personal fulfillment. Whether you bring prior high-volume scratch cooking experience or are looking to be trained, Morrison Living values your contribution and invests in your success. If you are passionate about culinary arts and want to make a real impact by enhancing the dining experience in senior living, this cook position offers a meaningful and stable career path with excellent benefits and a supportive team environment.
This job posting is for a full-time Cook position at Morrison Living's Holly Creek Retirement Community located at 5500 East Peakview Avenue, Centennial, CO. The opportunity offers a full-time schedule from Friday through Tuesday, from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, providing a stable work-life balance. Morrison Living values skilled culinary professionals and offers pay ranging from $19.00 to $22.00 per hour, reflecting industry standards and the importance of the role. They also emphasize a willingness to train, making this position ideal for cooks seeking to advance their careers in a supportive environment.
The Cook role at Morrison Living is integral to the culinary team and central to the company’s mission of delivering memorable dining experiences. This position requires preparing high-quality meals from scratch in a high-volume environment, adhering strictly to federal, state, and corporate safety and quality regulations. The cook will be responsible for following standardized recipes, maintaining portion control, ensuring food safety standards such as HACCP are met, and presenting meals that are both visually appealing and flavorful.
Beyond meal preparation, the cook will engage in tasks including cleaning and maintaining kitchen hygiene, monitoring food storage, operating kitchen equipment, and supporting inventory management activities like ordering and receiving food supplies. The role calls for a dedicated team player who fosters positive relationships with coworkers, management, and residents alike, contributing to a pleasant work atmosphere and enhanced dining service quality.
The position at Holly Creek Retirement Community offers dynamic and rewarding work where the cook is a key contributor to the health and satisfaction of senior residents. Morrison Living is proud of its inclusive company culture and commitment to equal opportunity employment, embracing diversity and fairness in all hiring practices. Team members benefit from robust health, wellness, and financial benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and more, creating a comprehensive support system for employees.
Working at Morrison Living means joining a leading hospitality company dedicated to quality and care, offering opportunities for professional growth and personal fulfillment. Whether you bring prior high-volume scratch cooking experience or are looking to be trained, Morrison Living values your contribution and invests in your success. If you are passionate about culinary arts and want to make a real impact by enhancing the dining experience in senior living, this cook position offers a meaningful and stable career path with excellent benefits and a supportive team environment.
Job Requirements
- Prior high-volume scratch cooking experience preferred
- Ability to work full-time schedule Friday through Tuesday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm
- Ability to perform essential functions with or without accommodation
- Willingness to abide by company policies and safety procedures including glove use and slip-resistant shoes
- Ability to handle physical demands of cooking role
- Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to maintain high standards of food safety and cleanliness
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Prior experience in high-volume scratch cooking preferred
- Knowledge of food safety regulations and HACCP standards
- Ability to operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Ability to maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen
- Willingness to learn and adapt to training
- Commitment to food quality and consistent portion control
- Physical ability to handle kitchen tasks safely
Job Duties
- Prepares high-quality food items according to standardized recipes and instructions
- Serves meals or prepares food for delivery using correct portioning and maintaining proper temperature
- Tastes all prepared food items to ensure quality
- Uses established ticket collection procedures during service
- Cleans kitchen after preparation and serving, maintaining cleanliness standards
- Stores or discards excess food following safe food-handling procedures
- Operates and maintains kitchen equipment as instructed
- Assists in production planning, record keeping, ordering and receiving food and supplies
- Reports maintenance needs, faulty equipment or accidents promptly
- Attends in-service and safety meetings
- Maintains good working relationships with coworkers, customers, administrators and managers
- Performs job safely maintaining a clean and safe work environment
- Ensures proper presentation, portion control and serving temperature
- Follows HACCP standards and company safety policies including appropriate glove usage and slip-resistant shoes
- Performs other duties as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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