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Cook ~ Senior Living Community ~ No Late Nights

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $21.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
accident insurance
critical illness insurance
401k plan with matching
HSA options
Employee assistance program
Paid sick leave
paid vacation leave
paid birthday leave
Career Development Program
Charitable opportunities
Tuition Reimbursement
free shift meal

Job Description

MorningStar Senior Living is a reputable and compassionate senior living community dedicated to providing exceptional care and a nurturing environment for its residents. With a strong commitment to fostering a transformative culture, MorningStar Senior Living prioritizes the well-being and happiness of its resident-heroes by celebrating their lives and creating meaningful experiences every day. The company firmly believes that the most fulfilling life is one rooted in servant-leadership and outward-bound care, reflecting in everything they do. As a recognized leader in the senior living industry, MorningStar offers a vibrant workplace where employees feel valued and supported in their roles. The organization... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma preferred
  • Previous experience in healthcare dietary services preferred
  • Ability to read and write English
  • Knowledge of food safety and handling regulations
  • Ability to work flexible scheduled hours between 6 am and 8 pm
  • Ability to follow recipes and prepare food according to dietary needs
  • Must be non-exempt employee eligible to work scheduled hours

Job Qualifications

  • Demonstration of core values such as love, kindness, honesty, goodness, fairness, and respect
  • High school diploma preferred but minimum ability to read and write English required
  • Previous experience in dietary department of health care facility preferred
  • Ability to prepare and cook a variety of foods in large quantities
  • Knowledge of special diets, seasoning, cooking times, and temperature controls
  • Ability to estimate food quantities and manage leftovers

Job Duties

  • Prepare, cook, season, and serve meals including meat, fish, fowl, vegetables, fruit, soups, salads, desserts, breads, and pastries
  • Comply with meal schedules and dietary guidelines
  • Follow standard recipes and make independent decisions based on experience
  • Handle food safely, understanding hazards and proper food-handling techniques
  • Estimate food quantities, control portions, and limit waste
  • Prepare foodstuffs by washing, trimming, cutting vegetables and meats
  • Taste and observe food to ensure quality and conformity with recipes
  • Serve food accurately and check meal trays for completeness

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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