Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $12.75 - $17.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
excellent work hours
flexible schedules
Job Description
American House Senior Living Communities is a reputable and established company founded in 1979 with a compelling mission to provide high-quality housing tailored for seniors at affordable prices. Over the past nearly 40 years, American House has expanded to serve numerous residents across its senior housing communities. The company is deeply committed to enriching the lives of its residents by fostering an environment where meaningful relationships flourish. Its vision is to stand out as an innovative senior housing company delivering sustainable excellence and stakeholder value. Central to its success is the passionate care offered by compassionate people dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of seniors.
The Cook role at American House Senior Living Communities embodies this mission. As a Cook, you provide exceptional culinary experiences to residents and guests daily, playing a hands-on, full-service role integral to the operation of the kitchen and dining areas. The position is designed not only for those with culinary experience but also for individuals passionate about customer service and creating delicious meals from scratch. New team members receive thorough training from management and fellow team members to develop the skills necessary to meet residents' preferences while serving balanced and nutritious meals. This role offers excellent work hours and flexible scheduling options, making it suitable for candidates from diverse backgrounds, including those recently displaced from restaurant jobs. Cooks at American House support the vision of enriching resident lives by delivering superior restaurant-quality meals and beverages, crafting creative menus tailored to residents' requests, and maintaining impeccable hygiene and sanitation standards as outlined by state health regulations. The role also involves preparing for special events and adhering to company policies and standards, all within a supportive and compassionate work culture dedicated to excellence and resident satisfaction.
The Cook role at American House Senior Living Communities embodies this mission. As a Cook, you provide exceptional culinary experiences to residents and guests daily, playing a hands-on, full-service role integral to the operation of the kitchen and dining areas. The position is designed not only for those with culinary experience but also for individuals passionate about customer service and creating delicious meals from scratch. New team members receive thorough training from management and fellow team members to develop the skills necessary to meet residents' preferences while serving balanced and nutritious meals. This role offers excellent work hours and flexible scheduling options, making it suitable for candidates from diverse backgrounds, including those recently displaced from restaurant jobs. Cooks at American House support the vision of enriching resident lives by delivering superior restaurant-quality meals and beverages, crafting creative menus tailored to residents' requests, and maintaining impeccable hygiene and sanitation standards as outlined by state health regulations. The role also involves preparing for special events and adhering to company policies and standards, all within a supportive and compassionate work culture dedicated to excellence and resident satisfaction.
Job Requirements
- Basic culinary skills and the willingness to cook from scratch and execute a variety of menu items
- Evident interpersonal relationship skills, passionate and empathetic
- Apparent compassion to serve others
- No educational requirements
- Minimum 18 years of age
- Must pass a background check and TB test
- All cooks must obtain and maintain a Serve Safe Certification
Job Qualifications
- 1 - 3 years experience in dietary/food services
- Experience working in banquet or catering operations
Job Duties
- Providing our residents with superior restaurant quality meals and beverages
- Help produce a varied, creative and nutritional menu in consideration of the residents requests, while providing daily Specials and filling special orders
- Responsible to comply with the schedule and posting of work and cleaning assignments for Front and Back of the House
- Maintaining proper hygiene in food handling and preparation and the overall sanitation requirements of the food service area and its personnel according to the regulations of the State's Health Department
- Responsible for setting up food and supplies for special events in a variety of areas throughout the community in coordination with the building Executive Director and Lifestyle Director
- Be ready to work in proper uniforms daily
- Know and adhere to all information in the employee-handbook
- Other duties as assigned by Culinary Director or the Corporate Culinary Support Team
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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