Cook

Allegro Senior Living•Midlothian, VA

20d•Onsite

About The Position

Spring Arbor Senior Living Salisbury Cottages is hiring a Cook for its Food Service team. The Cook prepares high-quality, delicious, and nutritious food for residents and guests, ensuring that presentation enhances the dining experience. The role offers an opportunity to contribute creatively in the kitchen and build connections with residents and staff in a warm, social environment. Full-time and part-time positions are available. The posting advertises no late nights. The Cook supervises the kitchen under the direction of the Dining Services Director and Chef/Lead Cook. The role also involves following standard recipes, budgeted costs, and company policies; helping maintain kitchen cleanliness and equipment; and taking precautions to prevent foodborne illness and communicable disease.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Flexibility and adaptability, attention to detail, and teamwork.
Good time-management skills and a keen awareness of safety.
Current manager-level food handler permit.
Positive criminal background screening.
Adherence to the company Drug Free Workplace policy; associates are subject to its requirements.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of related cooking experience or equivalent.
Some software and computer skills.

Responsibilities

Prepare attractive, colorful, tastefully presented meals for residents and guests.
Supervise the kitchen under the direction of the Dining Services Director and Chef/Lead Cook.
Prepare high-quality meals consistent with local customs and tastes.
Follow standard recipes, budgeted costs, and company policies.
Supervise and/or assist with washing dishes, cookware, flatware, and utensils.
Properly maintain kitchen equipment.
Monitor water temperatures and/or chemical compounds as appropriate to help prevent foodborne illness and the spread of communicable disease.
Approach residents and associates in a friendly, service-oriented manner.
Perform other job duties as assigned.