Temporary Cook/Baker Must Be 18yrs Old

Santa Rosa, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Temporary

Part-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $20.00 - $23.00

Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

flexible schedule

team environment

Training opportunities

Employee Discounts

Paid Time Off

Job Description

Solstice Senior Living at Santa Rosa is a vibrant retirement community dedicated to providing a supportive, engaging, and high-quality living environment for seniors. Known for its warm and inviting atmosphere, Solstice Senior Living seeks to enrich the lives of its residents by fostering independence, dignity, and social connection. The community offers a range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of older adults, including assisted living, memory care, social activities, and nutritious dining experiences. Their team embodies a commitment to compassionate care, exceptional service, and continuous improvement, making it a highly respected establishment in the senior living and healthcare sector.

The current opportunity is for a Seasonal Cook/Baker, a role essential to maintaining the community's high standards of food service and resident satisfaction. This is a part-time position offering 15 to 28 hours per week, making it ideal for individuals seeking flexible employment while contributing to a meaningful cause. The role centers around preparing, baking, and serving meals that are both palatable and nutritious, adhering to established menus and recipes. The cook/baker is expected to operate kitchen equipment with precision, assist in special meal preparations, and help manage inventory and food storage. Maintaining sanitary conditions and ensuring food safety is paramount within this position, reflecting the community's dedication to resident well-being.

In addition to culinary skills, the ideal candidate will demonstrate creativity, attention to detail, and the capability to work independently and as part of a team. This role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to interact respectfully with residents, their families, and staff members. The cook/baker will also play a role in upholding a positive and professional image within the community and supporting the safe operation of the kitchen environment. As a seasonal team member, you will have the opportunity to make a direct impact on the daily lives of seniors while working in a dynamic and supportive team. This position is particularly suited for those who have experience in food preparation, baking, and possessing a passion for serving others while maintaining high food quality standards.

Job Requirements

Ability to follow approved, standardized recipes
Ability to make independent decisions and work with little supervision
Ability to follow written and oral directions
Must be able to speak and read English
Must be 18 years or older
Ability to interact tactfully with residents and family members, staff and general public
Must be mobile and in overall good health to meet job demands
Must be able to work weekends when needed

Job Qualifications

Prefer 2-3 years experience in food preparation, baking and safe handling of food and equipment
At least 1 year scratch baking/cooking experience required
Must be able to speak and read English
Must be 18 years or older
Ability to follow approved, standardized recipes
Ability to make independent decisions and work with little supervision
Ability to follow written and oral directions
Ability to interact tactfully with residents, family members, staff and general public
Previous experience in Senior Living preferred
Experience with production methods, portion control and food handling safety required
Great organizational skills
Strong communication skills
Attention to detail and presentation of food product

Job Duties

Prepare, bake and serve all food items and meals in accordance with planned menus and recipes ensuring all meals and food prepared are palatable and appetizing
Operate ovens and other baking equipment, monitoring temperature and baking times to achieve optimal results
Assist in food preparation for special meals, parties, and events
Assist in purchasing and organizing food and supplies when requested
Prepare food and serve in accordance with sanitary regulations and established policies and procedures
Report incidents or infractions to Culinary Services Director
Ensure that food storage areas are clean and properly arranged at all times
Maintain stock levels of staple/non-staple food, supplies, and equipment
Properly label, date and store all food leftovers
Check in all purchases in absence of Culinary Services Director
Assist in inventory and storage of incoming food and supplies
Assist in serving meals as necessary
Open or close kitchen as scheduled
Ensure staff arrive and depart at scheduled times in absence of Culinary Services Director
Responsible for cleaning tasks assigned and as posted
Prepare soups, appetizers, entrees, vegetables, side dishes, and desserts for regular and special diets
Plan timing of food production to coordinate with meal serving hours
Maintain control over meal portions and food consistency
Responsible for set-up of carts delivered to resident dining areas
Communicate any resident condition changes to supervisor immediately
Maintain safe and secure environment for staff, residents, and guests
Encourage teamwork through cooperation
Support a positive and professional image
Perform other duties as assigned by Culinary Services Director