Cook

About This Role

Prepare nutritious and appetizing meals for residents while ensuring food safety and adherence to dietary guidelines. This role is crucial for elevating the dining experience in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to planned menus and standardized recipes
• Serve food following established portion control procedures
• Ensure food is cooked at proper temperatures and complete required checklists and logs
• Assist with inventory management and receiving deliveries
• Work with the Executive Chef/Chef Manager to coordinate menus and special requests
• Follow all safe food handling procedures, including proper glove use
• Perform daily and scheduled cleaning tasks according to company policies
• Adhere to therapeutic and mechanically altered diet guidelines as required

Requirements

• 1 year of cooking experience
• Fluent in English (reading, writing, and speaking)
• Strong communication skills
• Passion for working with geriatric residents and understanding their special needs
• Ability to follow directions, multi-task, and work collaboratively
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• 1 year of cooking experience

Nice to Have

• ServSafe certification