Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
disability
retirement savings
Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee assistance program
myFlexPay
Job Description
Sunrise Senior Living is a renowned provider of senior living services, dedicated to enabling older adults to live longer, healthier, and happier lives. Founded on the principle of the sacred value of human life, Sunrise Senior Living is committed to a care philosophy that fosters meaningful relationships among residents, their families, and the team members who serve them. With a reputation for outstanding workplace culture, Sunrise has been certified as a Great Place to Work by Activated Insights eight times, underscoring its dedication to creating an enriching and supportive environment for both residents and employees. The organization emphasizes teamwork, respect, and personal growth, offering opportunities to serve, thrive, and shine alongside a passionate community of professionals. Sunrise Senior Living is more than a workplace: it is a community where compassion meets quality care, fuelled by the shared goal of enriching every individual's life experience.
The role of Cook at Sunrise Senior Living is integral to the overall dining services, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, safety, and service in their senior living communities. This position involves the preparation and timely service of meals that meet established recipes and dietary requirements, upholding stringent food safety and sanitation protocols. The Cook’s responsibilities extend beyond food preparation to maintaining a clean and orderly kitchen environment, managing food storage according to safety guidelines, and supporting team operations especially in the absence of the Dining Services Coordinator. This position demands attention to detail, a commitment to residents' well-being, and the ability to collaborate effectively with team members to enhance residents’ dining experiences.
Employing culinary skills in a health-conscious setting, the Cook at Sunrise Senior Living must adhere to prescribed recipes and dietary modifications, utilizing production sheets and order management systems with precision. The role includes performing routine cleaning of kitchen equipment, assisting with dishwashing and other dining-related duties as needed, and ensuring compliance with occupational health, safety, and risk management policies. The successful candidate will embody Sunrise's Core Values and Team Member Credo, contributing to a positive, engaged workplace culture while committing to ongoing training and development to meet regulatory standards.
This is a position that offers both personal and professional fulfillment, allowing the incumbent to make a direct impact on the quality of life for senior residents through nutritious and appealing meal service. Sunrise Senior Living supports their employees with comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability plans, retirement savings, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, flexible payment options, and employee assistance programs. These benefits, combined with the opportunity for continuous growth and development, make the Cook role a rewarding career opportunity. Sunrise also maintains high standards for workplace safety and resident health, with pre-employment screenings and immunization requirements in place.
Working as a Cook at Sunrise Senior Living means joining a reputed organization where culinary excellence meets compassionate care, all within a supportive and culture-rich environment that champions diversity and inclusion. Successful candidates are offered competitive compensation reflective of their experience, location, and qualifications, with additional opportunities for bonuses based on performance. The role is ideal for those with culinary experience in institutional or hospitality settings who are passionate about using their skills to serve others and contribute to a vibrant community dedicated to senior care excellence.
The role of Cook at Sunrise Senior Living is integral to the overall dining services, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, safety, and service in their senior living communities. This position involves the preparation and timely service of meals that meet established recipes and dietary requirements, upholding stringent food safety and sanitation protocols. The Cook’s responsibilities extend beyond food preparation to maintaining a clean and orderly kitchen environment, managing food storage according to safety guidelines, and supporting team operations especially in the absence of the Dining Services Coordinator. This position demands attention to detail, a commitment to residents' well-being, and the ability to collaborate effectively with team members to enhance residents’ dining experiences.
Employing culinary skills in a health-conscious setting, the Cook at Sunrise Senior Living must adhere to prescribed recipes and dietary modifications, utilizing production sheets and order management systems with precision. The role includes performing routine cleaning of kitchen equipment, assisting with dishwashing and other dining-related duties as needed, and ensuring compliance with occupational health, safety, and risk management policies. The successful candidate will embody Sunrise's Core Values and Team Member Credo, contributing to a positive, engaged workplace culture while committing to ongoing training and development to meet regulatory standards.
This is a position that offers both personal and professional fulfillment, allowing the incumbent to make a direct impact on the quality of life for senior residents through nutritious and appealing meal service. Sunrise Senior Living supports their employees with comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability plans, retirement savings, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, flexible payment options, and employee assistance programs. These benefits, combined with the opportunity for continuous growth and development, make the Cook role a rewarding career opportunity. Sunrise also maintains high standards for workplace safety and resident health, with pre-employment screenings and immunization requirements in place.
Working as a Cook at Sunrise Senior Living means joining a reputed organization where culinary excellence meets compassionate care, all within a supportive and culture-rich environment that champions diversity and inclusion. Successful candidates are offered competitive compensation reflective of their experience, location, and qualifications, with additional opportunities for bonuses based on performance. The role is ideal for those with culinary experience in institutional or hospitality settings who are passionate about using their skills to serve others and contribute to a vibrant community dedicated to senior care excellence.
Job Requirements
- One year of job related experience including food preparation in a restaurant, hotel, or other similar environment
- High School Diploma or GED
- CPR certificate and First Aid certificate maintained with ongoing training
- ServSafe Manager certificate maintained
- Local Health Department Food Handler Card maintained
- Ability to comply with occupational health and safety regulations and risk management policies
- Ability to perform physical tasks required for the position
- Ability to pass pre-employment screening including drug test, tuberculosis test, physical evaluation, and background check as required
- Covid-19 and Influenza vaccination if mandated by applicable laws.
Job Qualifications
- One year job related experience including food preparation in a restaurant, hotel, or other similar environment
- High School Diploma/GED
- CPR Certificate
- First Aid Certificate
- ServSafe Manager Certificate
- Local Health Department Food Handler Card
- Prior culinary apprenticeship or training a plus
- Written and verbal skills for effective communication
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Demonstrate good judgment, problem solving, and decision-making skills
- Ability to handle multiple priorities
- Experience with food safety and sanitation standards
- Ability to collaborate and work as part of a team
- Commitment to serving residents and guests with respect and dignity.
Job Duties
- Ensure high standards for food taste and quality are upheld at all times
- Prepare and serve meals in a timely manner and in accordance with established standardized recipes and menus
- Utilize production sheets to accurately record food production quantities and cooking, holding, and cooling temperatures
- Prepare required dietary modifications as ordered
- Use Sunrise systems per guidelines for order taking and meal delivery to ensure accuracy
- Stock, rotate, date, and store product according to food safety standards and regulations
- Maintain clean and organized kitchen, storage, and work areas
- Complete assigned cleaning duties and ensures accuracy of daily and weekly cleaning logs
- Maintain accurate equipment logs and report any issues promptly
- Maintain all cooking equipment in a safe and working order and report any issues promptly
- Comply with national/provincial regulations pertaining to occupational health and safety requirements and Risk Management programs and policies
- Perform dishwashing tasks to properly wash and sanitize all dishes and china, silverware, glassware, utensils, and cookware
- Operate dish machine(s) according to manufacturer instructions
- Perform light janitorial duties, including but not limited to sweeping work areas, sanitizing production areas, and emptying trash
- Clean assigned kitchen equipment, including but not limited to stoves, ovens, fryers, microwaves, mixers, slicers, refrigerators, freezers, worktables, prep sinks, ice makers, coffee machines, hoods, and ventilation screens
- Assist with service in the dining areas as needed
- Participate and commit to working toward team goals
- Demonstrate our Team Member Credo in daily interactions
- Commit to serving our residents and guests through our Principles of Service
- Contribute to the overall engagement programs for both residents and team members
- Attend regular meetings
- Town Hall, Department Team, Cross Over, and others as directed by the Dining Services Coordinator (DSC)
- Maintain compliance in assigned required training and all training required by state/province or other regulating authorities as applicable to this role to ensure that Sunrise standards are always met
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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