Cook - Assisted Living

Prestige Care • Vancouver, WA

127d

About The Position

At Prestige, we offer a dynamic and collaborative environment where you will not only make a difference in the lives of others every day; you have the opportunity to grow professionally, learn new skills and advance your career. The Cook prepares food in accordance with menus, diet specifications, resident preference, and sanitary practices under the supervision of the Food and Nutrition Services Manager or Dining Services Manager.

Requirements

• A minimum of one year experience cooking in a restaurant or the dietary department of a hospital or similar environment.
• General kitchen/dietary experience may be considered in lieu of direct cooking experience.
• Must have required State certification or food service license.
• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent knowledge and skills obtained through a combination of education, training, and experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, cooks, and serves food in accordance with the menu and food and nutrition standards, including presentation, taste, and texture.
• Samples food for quality assurance prior to service.
• Ensures foods are cooked and held at the appropriate temperatures.
• Records food temperatures throughout the cooking and holding process.
• Partners with supervisor to review menus and record necessary substitutions.
• Ensures that food supplies are available and prepared as needed for upcoming meals.
• Notifies supervisor of needed supplies.
• Maintains a clean and safe work area, cleaning spills and assisting in daily or scheduled cleaning.
• Ensures proper storage, rotation, preparation, and labeling of food in accordance with Federal, State, and local guidelines and Prestige policy.
• Discards outdated food.
• Partners with dietary staff to ensure equipment is working properly and at the appropriate temperature.
• Records temperature of equipment throughout shift as needed.
• Reports faulty equipment immediately.
• Follows facility fire safety, infection control, and hazardous chemical practices and promptly reports any unsafe conditions.
• Assists in planning and preparing food services for special meals, events, and parties as needed.
• Assists in storing incoming food and supplies as assigned.
• Attends and participates in training, in-services, and staff meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
• HSA/FSA Accounts
• Employer Paid Group Life and AD&D insurance
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
• Paid Vacation, sick days and holidays
• Commitment to career development: Mentorship, Continuing Education, and Professional Development Programs, Nursing Assistant Classes
• Scholarship/Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Flexible scheduling
• Employee Discounts: Cell Service, Theme Parks and much more!

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: High school or GED