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Cook - Full Time with Benefits

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $22.00 - $23.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Competitive wages
Flexible Shifts
growth opportunities
Bonus programs
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k Match
Paid Time Off
Life insurance
Voluntary Aflac insurance

Job Description

Maplewood Senior Living is a premier senior care community located in Brewster, MA, dedicated to providing top-tier, compassionate care in a luxury, home-like environment. This forward-thinking senior living provider focuses on enhancing the quality of life for its residents by creating a safe, comfortable, and engaging atmosphere where seniors can truly enjoy "the good life." With a commitment to excellence, Maplewood blends compassionate care with innovative services, making the community a special place for both residents and employees alike. The organization fosters a culture of respect and dedication, encouraging its staff to make a meaningful impact every day. Employees at Maplewood Senior Living are inspired by the opportunity to enrich the lives of seniors, forming strong connections and contributing to a supportive and joyful environment. This is not just a job; it is an extraordinary life experience that values passion, empathy, and a dedication to helping others.

The Cook role at Maplewood Senior Living is an essential part of delivering outstanding dining experiences to residents. This full-time position, offering an hourly wage between $22 and $23, involves preparing and serving meals that meet the dietary standards and preferences of the community’s senior residents. The Cook operates within the dietary department and plays a vital role in maintaining food safety, quality, and presentation while adhering to the community’s policies and procedures. The position requires someone who is skilled, reliable, and able to work with minimal supervision while maintaining a professional and respectful attitude. The successful candidate must have a thorough understanding of food preparation, cooking times, and safety standards, and must be capable of handling large quantities of food efficiently to provide superior meal products. Additionally, the Cook will actively assist with inventory management, oversee the work of servers in the absence of management, and ensure both kitchen and dining areas meet the highest levels of cleanliness and safety.

Beyond the functional aspects of cooking, this role demands a genuine passion for serving seniors and an ability to relate well with both colleagues and residents. The environment is fast-paced, requiring the Cook to maintain composure under stress and demonstrate leadership qualities by guiding others in food preparation and service. Maplewood Senior Living ensures that its employees are supported through competitive wages, flexible scheduling, and a comprehensive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401K matching, paid time off, life insurance, and additional voluntary insurance options. This atmosphere of care for both residents and staff makes Maplewood Senior Living an excellent place for individuals seeking a meaningful and rewarding career with opportunities for growth and development.

Job Requirements

  • Serve Safe Certification required
  • has a working knowledge of rules and regulations related to health and safety in food preparation
  • knowledge of cooking times and temperatures essential in accordance to state guidelines
  • knowledge of various cuts of meat and seasonings
  • demonstrates ability in a wide range of food preparation and skills
  • experience in dealing with seniors and their dietary needs
  • ability to read, write, and speak English

Job Qualifications

  • Serve Safe Certification
  • knowledge of rules and regulations related to health and safety in food preparation
  • knowledge of cooking times and temperatures essential in accordance to state guidelines
  • knowledge of various cuts of meat and seasonings
  • ability to read, write, and speak English
  • experience in dealing with seniors and their dietary needs
  • demonstrates ability in a wide range of food preparation and skills

Job Duties

  • Assists or prepares food items and serves food to residents within scheduled time frame
  • cleans and maintains food service areas, including kitchen and dining room
  • assists Culinary Services Director in maintaining inventory control
  • supervises servers in the absence of the Culinary Service Director
  • maintains clean, neat, and safe work environment
  • demonstrates knowledge of kitchen equipment including but not limited to ovens, slicers, mixers, steam tables, steamers, toasters, coffee pots, refrigerators, and freezers
  • assures that resident's diets are being followed
  • assures employees and resident guest meals are accounted for on a daily basis
  • reports to Culinary Service Director any loss, breakage, or waste of supplies and equipment
  • observes and communicates to Culinary Service Director problems or potential problems in the dietary department
  • ability to work with little or no supervision
  • ability to cook large quantities of food and deliver a superior product
  • ability to guide and instruct others in food preparation and food serving
  • ability to maintain professional demeanor under stress
  • ability to recognized needs and help others without prompting
  • ability to relate well with other employees and residents of the facility
  • is neat, clean and works safely
  • maintains current cleaning list and highest standards for kitchen cleanliness
  • respects resident's rights and adheres to community policy on resident care
  • performs all other duties assigned by any member of management

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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