Cook

Milestone Senior Living Woodruff•Town of Woodruff, WI

14h

About The Position

The Cook supports the culinary department in a senior living community by preparing meals, maintaining kitchen and dining cleanliness, and assisting the Culinary Coordinator in providing high-quality dining experiences for residents, visitors, and team members. The role includes food preparation and service, cleaning and sanitation, and helping oversee food requisitions, inventory, and food rotation when the Culinary Coordinator is absent. The Cook may assist and oversee Culinary/Resident Assistants in food preparation and dining tasks and respond to workplace safety issues and emergencies.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 2 years of experience in culinary or hospitality services.
Ability to follow recipes accurately and maintain food safety standards.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.
Calm, friendly demeanor and commitment to serving seniors.
Ability to work independently and assist in supervisory tasks as needed.

Nice To Haves

Culinary Arts degree.

Responsibilities

Prepare food according to menu and recipe guidelines.
Assist with serving meals in the dining room and maintaining dining areas.
Wash dishes, clean kitchen and dining spaces, and follow cleaning schedules.
Maintain proper sanitation and food safety practices; use PPE as required.
Supervise food requisitions, inventory, and food rotation when the Culinary Coordinator is absent.
Assist and oversee Culinary/Resident Assistants in food preparation and dining tasks.
Report unsafe conditions, complete work orders, and respond to alarms or emergency situations.
Participate in staff in-services, meetings, and safety committees.
Uphold confidentiality of residents and coworkers; complete incident reports as needed.