Cook

Eskaton•Carmichael, CA

12d•$21 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

As a nonprofit leader in aging, Eskaton helps people live well, longer — with trusted guidance at every stage. We believe aging should be a vibrant, supported, and celebrated journey, not an experience to face alone. For over 55 years, Eskaton has been a cornerstone of Northern California, growing a network of 23 communities dedicated to older adults and the people who care for them. When you join us, you're not just starting a job. You're stepping into a career where your work creates a real impact on people's daily lives and strengthening the communities we call home.

Requirements

High school graduate or GED.
Must have knowledge of safe food handling and preparation.
Must have knowledge of good practices to avoid waste and misuse.
Must have the ability to present foods in an attractive and palatable manner and to test quality of food by taste and smell.
Must have a broad knowledge of breakfast, lunch and dinner entree preparation.
Must have a broad knowledge of scratch soups, sauces/gravies, starches and vegetables.

Nice To Haves

Previous Food Service Experience Preferred.
Serve Safe Certification

Responsibilities

Applies sanitation and safety techniques while working.
Responsible for all kitchen activities in the absence of the Food Service Director/Lead Cook.
Prepares, cooks meals according to menus and recipes and adheres to all diets.
Measures and mixes food ingredients according to recipes and menus, preparing all types of food according to accepted food production methods and regulatory requirements.
Practices and applies portion control during preparation and service of all diets.
Performs cleaning and maintenance of kitchen facility and equipment according to schedules, and procedures. Maintains logs.
Communicates and changes or substitutions on daily menus to supervisor.
Ensures proper labeling, dating and rotation of foods in all storage areas.
Works in accordance with safety guidelines established by the community with emphasis on the use of proper body mechanics and safe work practices.
Models and embodies Eskaton’s core values, including: Creating a sense of warmth, welcoming and belonging for all, Fostering excellence in everything we do, Seeking consistent improvement, learning and sustainable growth, Stepping up, taking ownership and leading with initiative.
Fully complies with all provisions in Eskaton’s Corporate Compliance Policy and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
Maintains attendance as outlined in Eskaton policy.
Follows required dress code and Eskaton’s Community Appearance Standards. Maintains a professional image to the public and residents.
Works in accordance with established safety guidelines; uses proper body mechanics; follows safe work practices; wears appropriate safety gear.