The Cook plays an integral role in the success of our team, our community, and creating a place our residents are proud to call home.

The primary purpose of this position is to prepare cold food, 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 Functions, 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 cold item foods, bakery, and salad items.
• Cook hot foods as directed by Supervisor(s).
• Ensure culinary practices, procedures, and food safety are followed.

Education And Experience:

• Minimum of one or more years of food preparation experience in a directly related field.
• Culinary background preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

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.

Adhere to food service timelines.

• Active Serve Safe Certification or Food Handlers Certificate (required within 6 months).
• Opportunity for overtime as needed.
• Regular attendance and punctuality are emphasized.

• Minimum of one or more years of food preparation experience.
• Culinary background preferred.
• Proficient in English, both verbal and written.
• Ability to understand and communicate written and verbal directions.
• Ability to work nights and weekends upon request.