About Arvum Senior Living

Arvum Senior Living, proudly part of the Discovery Senior Living family of operating companies, manages care- and lifestyle-focused Assisted Living and Memory Care communities throughout the Midwest in Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, and Wisconsin. Our company, which was built on our Pillars of Excellence, employs hundreds of vital Team Members and is committed to providing a positive work environment and culture that recognizes their value in providing excellent care for our residents.

Prep Cook Responsibilities

• Prepares food items using standardized recipes in a timely manner.
• Determines food and supplies needed and coordinates meal production with serving hours.
• Monitors all food items to see that at least the minimum guidelines for temperature, taste, and quality are upheld at all times.
• Ensures the proper preparation, portioning, and serving of foods as indicated on the menu cycle and standardized recipes.
• Tastes and prepares food to determine quality.
• Maintains or exceeds standards of appearance, cleanliness, hygiene, and health standards.
• Practices all safety and loss prevention procedures.
• Oversees food storage; checks labels and dates.
• Completes cleaning duties.
• Follows all local, state, and federal policies regarding food handling.
• Maintains food safety equipment records and food safety temperature records.
• Other duties as assigned.

If having a direct impact on the lives of others is appealing to you, apply today and join our team!

EOE D/V

JOB CODE: 1003137

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Life and Disability Insurances.
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays.
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Accident Insurance Policies.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One (1) year job-related experience including food preparation and therapeutic diets.
• Culinary apprenticeship or training preferred.
• Food Services Sanitation Certificate.