Cook

Quail Park•Lynnwood, WA

12d•$19 - $23

About The Position

Quail Park of Lynnwood currently has an opening for a cook on our Signature Dining Team. Our team manages the entire dining experience of our seniors ensuring that meals are presented in a clean and attractive manner and that residents, both new and old, feel welcome. We depend on our cooks to make sure that all food is delicious and safe, keeping the kitchen neat and sanitary, and that our food is within prescribed health standards. As a member of our dining team, you’ll play a key role in doing everything necessary for a tasty and enjoyable dining experience for our residents.

Requirements

Minimum of 1-year applicable food service experience
Must be ablet to read, comprehend, write, and speak English to effectively communicate with residents, guests, staff, and vendors
Must meet all health-related and/or food-handling requirements pertaining to local and state regulatory agencies
Must maintain current CPR/First Aid and Food Handler’s credentials

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in either hotel/restaurant or senior living preferred
Demonstrated understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures
Strong commitment to customer service and desire to exceed customer expectations

Responsibilities

Cook
Follow recipes and proper procedures to cook and prep all food to Signature Dining Standards while maintaining freshness and appropriate temperatures
Responsible for proper food storage including covering, labeling, dating and placing in proper food storage areas
Always ensure safe food handling techniques
Clean and sanitize work areas and equipment before and after each use
Ensure all kitchen surfaces including floors, counters, sinks, cabinets, and walk in freezer and fridge remain clean and sanitary during shift
Complete deep cleaning procedures according to schedule or as directed