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Legacy Senior Living

Cook-Part Time

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $11.50 - $15.50
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Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Paid Time Off
Employee assistance program

Job Description

The hiring establishment specializes in providing senior living services, focusing on creating a nurturing and supportive environment for elderly residents. With a commitment to quality care and community-oriented living, this organization emphasizes the importance of nutrition as a cornerstone of health and well-being for its residents. Operating within the senior living sector, the company values compassionate service, attention to detail, and culinary expertise aimed at meeting diverse dietary needs.

The role offered is a part-time cooking position tailored for a senior living facility. This position involves preparing meals that are not only nutritious but also appealing and tailored to... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Must be able to work part time hours including some evenings and weekends
  • Experience in cooking for large groups
  • Certificate in food-preparation training preferred
  • Desire to work with senior adults
  • Ability to follow recipes and dietary guidelines
  • Reliable and punctual
  • Capable of maintaining cleanliness and safety standards

Job Qualifications

  • Certificate in food-preparation training preferred
  • Experience in cooking for large groups
  • Desire to work with senior adults
  • Knowledge of special dietary needs
  • Ability to manage time and multitask effectively
  • Basic cooking skills
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills

Job Duties

  • Follow recipes and scale up or down appropriately
  • Use common sense and cooking knowledge to adjust seasonings
  • Adhere to specific diets including mechanical soft, lactose free, gluten free, vegetarian
  • Read and follow individual menus at meal service time
  • Use scratch and speed scratch cooking techniques
  • Manage time effectively, multitasking and prioritizing tasks
  • Prepare and serve meals on time
  • Be flexible and make substitutions when necessary
  • Maintain station cleanliness and safety
  • Follow daily cleaning and closing checklists
  • Wash dishes and maintain workstation
  • Notify food service director of kitchen equipment issues
  • Engage with residents during meal times
  • Prepare food and coordinate food service for special events
  • Assist with other assigned duties

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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