We are seeking an Evening Cook who plays an integral role in the success of our team and community, creating a place our residents are proud to call home. The primary purpose of this position is to prepare cold food and bakery and salad items. Depending on business needs, the Cook may step in and cook hot meals (e.g., burgers, fries, eggs, and other hot meal items).

All food is prepared in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations, with our established policies and procedures.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare meals that follow the menus and recipes. Food must be taste and temperature palatable and appetizing in appearance.
• Inspect special diet trays to assure that the correct diet is served to the resident.
• Serve food in accordance with established portion control procedures.
• Prepare food for therapeutic diets in accordance with planned menus.
• Prepare food in accordance with standardized recipes and special diet orders.
• Prepare cold item foods, bakery, and salad items.
• Cook hot foods as directed by Supervisor(s).
• Ensure culinary practices, procedures, and food safety are followed.
• Adhere to food service timelines.
• Prepare and serve substitute foods to residents who refuse daily menu food options.
• Serve meals to residents and guests as needed.
• Assist in food preparation for special meals, parties, and events.
• Prepare food in accordance with sanitary regulations and Food Serve Safe regulations.
• Ensure work areas are maintained in a clean and safe manner.
• Assist with food prep for the upcoming meal and day.
• Assist with the inventory and replenishment process for food and supplies.
• Meet federal and state in-service requirements.

Education and Experience:

• Minimum 3 years of food preparation experience in a Skilled Nursing, Assisted Living, or Hospital.
• Culinary background preferred.
• Proficient in English, verbal and written.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Active Serve Safe Certification or Food Handlers Certificate preferred.

Note: If you do not already have an active standing Serve Safe Certification, you will be required to attain that Certificate within the first 6 months of your start date. The Chef and/or Culinary Director may assist you with this requirement.

• Comprehensive Health Plan Options.
• Medical and Prescription Coverage.
• Dental and Vision Coverage.
• $10k Life Insurance Coverage.
• Supplemental Insurance Options.
• Pet Insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Generous Company Matching Benefits.
• Employee Support Program (ESP).
• Tuition Discounts with Rasmussen College.
• Educational Support.
• Team Member Referral Bonus.
• Shift Differentials.
• LifeMart Employee Discounts.
• OnShift Engage Bonus and Incentives.
• Generous Paid Time Off.

• Minimum 3 years of food preparation experience in a Skilled Nursing, Assisted Living, or Hospital.
• Culinary background preferred.
• Outstanding customer service skills.
• Ability to understand and communicate written and verbal directions.
• Regular attendance, reliability, and punctuality.
• Ability to work nights and weekends, upon request.
• Must be able to work overtime as needed.
• Well organized with excellent attention to detail.
• Aptitude to work independently with excellent time management skills.
• Proficient in English, verbal and written.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Active Serve Safe Certification or Food Handlers Certificate preferred.