Part Time Cook

Phoenix, AZ, USA|

Job Overview

Employment Type

Part-time

Compensation

Type:

Hourly

Rate:

Exact $20.00

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Employee assistance program

Retirement Plan

meal discounts

Job Description

Our establishment is a well-established senior living community committed to providing exceptional dining experiences for our residents. We understand the importance of nutrition and the positive impact it has on the quality of life for seniors. Our team works diligently to create a warm, welcoming environment where residents can enjoy delicious and nutritious meals tailored to their dietary needs and preferences. We maintain high standards of food safety, presentation, and service to ensure that every meal is a delightful experience for those we serve. As a part-time cook in our culinary team, you will play a vital role in maintaining... Show More

Job Requirements

must possess education that provides skills to read, comprehend, and follow recipes and procedures
high school graduate or equivalent
culinary training preferred
has appropriate health certification as required by local state and federal health departments
must be able to work independently and prioritize workload as emergencies arise
must be able to lift and carry a minimum of 20 pounds frequently and 50 pounds occasionally
must be able to perform full range reaching abilities
must be able to read and follow directions and recipes
must be able to stir, sift, cut, slice, reach, bend, stand for long periods of time, and ambulate from kitchen to dining room carrying trays, plates, silverware, and accessories

Job Qualifications

high school graduate or equivalent
culinary training preferred
has appropriate health certification as required by local state and federal health departments
knowledge of menu planning for geriatric residents
excellent cooking and baking skills
knowledge of restricted diets such as diabetic, low fat, salt free, liquid, etc
interpersonal skills to communicate with residents and staff
must show compassion and genuinely care for the elderly
must be knowledgeable of the location of the MSDS sheets on hazardous materials and able to understand the guidelines
must be able to work independently and prioritize workload as emergencies arise
must be able to expand recipes
demonstrates a servant heart and attitude by following our mission statement

Job Duties

cooks meals according to established recipes and menus
assists culinary services director in creating menus that meet the residents’ nutritional needs and accommodates residents’ food preferences
presents meals that are pleasing to the eye and palate
sets up kitchen and preps according to each day’s menu, preps for next day
cleans dishes, floors, walls and kitchen equipment maintaining sanitary guidelines according to community’s policies and procedures
maintains an organized, clean, and safe storeroom, coolers, and kitchen
assists in planning and cooking of special meals
maintains proper temperatures of steam table, dishwasher, refrigerator and freezer
maintains confidentiality of residents’ personal information in and out of the community and protects and supports residents’ rights
maintains a professional appearance by wearing clean, pressed uniform and a demeanor that encourages a positive nurturing environment for the residents, families, vendors, and guests
maintains a positive customer service environment and practices honesty and integrity in all aspects of performance
ensures adequate daily coverage for meal service by communicating with the culinary services director and/or host/hostess, to include taking resident orders for meals, providing drink refills according to residents’ / guests’ requests, assists with the cleaning, resetting and preparation of the dining room in-between mealtimes
performs all other duties as assigned or required

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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