Part-time Cook - The Commons
About The Position
The Cook prepares nutritional and attractive meals for residents at The Commons, Hilltop’s assisted living community. The role includes preparing basic meal specials, daily prep items, soups, sauces, and desserts from scratch according to the Food Service Manager’s specifications; preparing and plating meal orders; and following applicable food safety and health requirements. The Cook also checks and stores deliveries, assists with catering, and cleans and maintains food-service areas, equipment, and dishwashing supplies. This is a part-time variable-schedule position, with shifts based on availability, program needs, and staffing needs.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED, three to six months of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Colorado Identification Card.
- Food Handler’s Card.
- Ability to complete the required background checks and health clearances, including a tuberculosis skin test, influenza vaccination, and any other required vaccination.
Nice To Haves
- Serve Safe Certification.
- De-Escalation Training.
- Hands-on cooking experience, which may come from home cooking, restaurant work, formal culinary training, or private-chef work.
Responsibilities
- Demonstrate ethical and professional behavior consistent with Hilltop’s Assisted Living Communities values and Service 1 and Service 2, including setting boundaries and being predictable, consistent, kind, and transparent.
- Prepare basic meal specials, daily prep items, soups, sauces, and desserts from scratch according to the Food Service Manager’s specifications.
- Prepare and plate meal orders using proper food handling and presentation.
- Follow Mesa County and Colorado Department of Health food-handling regulations, including proper handwashing, temperature logging, and sanitizing food-service equipment.
- Ensure food and supplies are received at the correct temperature and in proper condition; rotate and stock supplies according to health codes and the Food Service Manager’s specifications.
- Assist with catering duties as needed.
- Clean, sanitize, and safely store dishes, glasses, utensils, pots, pans, and bus tubs; deep clean, sweep, and mop as assigned.
- Inspect and maintain proper chemicals for the dishwasher.
Benefits
- Competitive pay and benefits.
- Professional and personal development opportunities.
- A supportive and inclusive work environment.
- Meaningful work that makes a positive impact in the community and the lives of others.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
