Cook

Dial Silvercrest Corp•Boulder, CO

14h•$0 - $23

About The Position

This position is responsible for independently preparing meals and managing food production. The Cook supports the Sous or Executive Chef in maintaining high food quality and safety standards. The role serves residents in a senior-living community and includes meal preparation, kitchen sanitation, food storage, inventory reporting, and maintaining required temperature and food-use records.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
At least 2 years of cooking experience in a senior living, healthcare, or restaurant setting.
Strong knowledge of food safety and dietary guidelines.
Knowledge of state food-handling and kitchen regulations.
Ability to promote teamwork in providing services to residents.
Ability to operate kitchen appliances such as a dishwasher, garbage disposal, microwave, coffee maker, ice machine, blender, food processor, meat slicer, and mixer.
Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 40 lbs.

Nice To Haves

ServeSafe or equivalent certification is preferred.
Willingness to learn and help others.
Enjoyment in working with older adults.

Responsibilities

Prepare and cook a variety of meals for residents, attending to quality and presentation.
Alter or adapt recipes to accommodate residents’ special dining needs or improve recipes.
Ensure food is attractively presented before serving.
Identify food and supplies needed for the following week’s menus and report them to the supervisor.
Participate in new menu and special menu planning.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of the work area and kitchen and storage areas.
Handle, label, and store food properly for infection control.
Prepare delivered meats for storage and portion control, and ensure proper storage of delivered foods and ingredients.
Assist with dishwashing and kitchen sanitation as needed.
Notify the manager of food supply needs and malfunctioning equipment or appliances.
Record Ready-to-Use food items in the TELS website, recording three items for every meal.
Record cooler, freezer, and dish machine temperatures in the TELS website.
Report on-the-job injuries to the supervisor before the end of the work shift on the day they occur.
Maintain confidentiality of verbal and written information pertaining to residents, community operations, and personnel.
Perform other duties as assigned.