Cook/ Prep Cook/ Sous Chef

Century Park Associates is a dedicated provider of senior living services focused on enriching the lives of its residents. As a reputable organization in the senior care industry, Century Park Associates strives to create an inviting, supportive, and nurturing environment where residents can thrive and experience a high quality of life. The company emphasizes strong relationships built on trust, leadership, and personal ethics among all its team members. The 'people come first' philosophy is central to its operations, ensuring that excellence, respect, and outstanding service are at the core of everything the organization does. Century Park Associates values the ongoing growth, learning, and contribution of its residents, fostering an atmosphere where these aspects are encouraged and celebrated. Employees of Century Park Associates are encouraged to go beyond their job descriptions and exceed expectations, contributing to a workplace filled with a sense of fulfillment and mutual respect.

The Cook/Sous Chef position at Century Park Associates is pivotal in ensuring that residents receive high quality, nutritious, and appealing meals that contribute to their overall wellness and enjoyment. This role reports directly to the Dining Services Director and is responsible for preparing meals from scratch, often in large quantities, demonstrating a strong culinary skill set aligned with the company’s standards and regulatory requirements. A key aspect of this position is hospitality; the Cook/Sous Chef plays an important role in enhancing the dining experience by preparing meals that are not only nutritious but also visually appealing. This responsibility includes garnishing plates attractively and adhering to authorized recipes and portion controls to maintain consistency and manage food costs effectively. Safety and sanitation are critical components of the job, requiring adherence to all state and local regulations including food storage, temperature controls, chemical use, and general kitchen cleanliness.

Beyond food preparation, the role includes operational duties such as managing inventory, assisting with stocking deliveries, maintaining kitchen equipment, and completing daily cleaning assignments. The Cook/Sous Chef must be adept at multitasking, efficiently managing time, and communicating well within a fast-paced environment. Additionally, the role involves occasional supervisory responsibilities in the absence of the Dining Services Director, demanding trustworthiness, dependability, and leadership capabilities. Effective customer service skills are essential, especially given the focus on serving senior residents with compassion and respect. The successful candidate will demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to upholding the company’s code of ethics and compliance training requirements. Being adaptable and responsive to residents’ needs and feedback further defines the role’s scope.

In summary, this position is ideal for those who have experience in scratch food preparation, enjoy serving seniors, and understand the importance of culinary excellence combined with a genuine hospitality focus. Century Park Associates offers an environment where every teammate’s efforts contribute to a meaningful mission of enhancing resident wellbeing through quality food and service excellence. This is a full-time role that provides opportunities for professional growth in a supportive and rewarding work culture.