Cook - Assisted Living

Allegro Senior Living•Crossville, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Spring Arbor of Crossville is seeking a passionate Cook to join their team. This full-time position offers competitive pay and a stable schedule, working Friday through Monday from 9:30 AM to 7:00 PM. The role involves preparing high-quality, flavorful, home-style meals for residents and guests, ensuring food presentation enhances the dining experience. The Cook will also supervise kitchen operations under the direction of the Dining Services Director and Chef/Lead Cook, adhering to recipes, budgeted costs, and company policies. Responsibilities include maintaining kitchen equipment, ensuring food safety, and approaching residents and associates in a friendly, service-oriented manner. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Must be flexible/adaptable, pay attention to detail, and have a sense of teamwork.
Must possess good time management skills and a keen awareness of safety.
Must possess current manager’s level food handler permit.
Must have positive Criminal Background Screening.
The Community is a drug free workplace; associates are subject to adherence to the Company Drug Free Workplace policy.

Nice To Haves

Minimum one (1) year related cooking experience or equivalent preferred.
Some software and computer skills preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare delicious and attractive food that is colorful and tastefully presented making each meal service an exceptional occasion.
Supervise the kitchen under the direction of the Dining Services Director (DSD) and Chef/Lead Cook.
Prepare high quality meals consistent with local customs and tastes.
Consistently adhere to the standard recipes, the budgeted costs and Company policies.
Supervise and/or assist in the proper washing of all dishes, cookware, flatware, and utensils.
Properly maintain all kitchen equipment.
Monitor water temperatures and/or chemical compounds as appropriate to ensure the prevention of food borne illness and the spread of communicable disease.
Approach residents and associates in a friendly, service-oriented manner.
Other job duties as assigned