Serious inquiries only please. Full Time Cook position. THUR-MONDAY
Beautiful Assisted Living Community looking for an exceptional Cook who is responsible for all food preparation. Cooks ensure that all food meets or exceeds, Western States Senior & Retirement Communities service standards.
Cook Responsibilities:
- Prepare food items using standardized recipes so that all food meets Western States Senior & Retirement Communities service standards.
- Food preparation must be based on menu and recipe requirements; Cook will determine daily required supplies and amounts/types of food; obtain necessary supplies from storage areas in adequate time for meal production.
- Obtain approval from supervisor on all food substitutions & document.
- Food preparation in accordance with special dietary needs as directed by health care requirements, monitor quality of food items during preparation for taste, smell, appearance and temperature.
- Plan food preparation to coordinate with meal serving hours, so that quality, temperature and appearance of food meet Western States Senior & Retirement Communities service standards.
- Practice all safety and loss prevention procedures; adhere to universal precautions and all infection control guidelines.
- Assist in proper documentation and maintenance of menus and recipes.
- Maintain and protect the confidentiality of senior resident information at all times.
- Perform any other reasonable task as assigned by the supervisor.
- Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen and line at all times.
Cook Qualifications
- Willingness to work with the elderly and make dining room rounds.
- Ability to read, write and follow instructions in order to follow standardized recipes and other written instructions.
- One year experience as cook, performing preparation of a full line of menu items including therapeutic diets.
- Ability to physically handle weights up to and including 30 pounds.
- Possess a current Food Handler's Permit.
- Handle food in accordance with sanitary procedures and standards.
- Comply with all government regulatory procedures regarding food production.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $16.00 per hour
Expected hours: 35 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience level:
Shift:
Weekly day range:
- Every weekend
- Weekends as needed
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Cooking: 1 year (Preferred)
- Assisted Living: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Food Handler Certification (Preferred)
- ServSafe Certificate (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person