Cook-Mill Creek

American House Senior Living Communities•Brentwood, TN

22h

About The Position

Cooks provide culinary experiences for residents and guests and participate hands-on in the daily operation of the kitchen and dining room. The role involves preparing meals for residents and staff, responding to residents’ food preferences, and serving balanced, nutritious meals. Management and team members provide training in the skills needed for the position. Candidates from all industries are welcome, including people with a passion for customer service. The posting notes excellent work hours and flexible schedules, and offers a $750 sign-on bonus.

Requirements

Basic culinary skills and willingness to cook from scratch and execute a variety of menu items.
Interpersonal relationship skills, passion, and empathy.
Compassion for serving others.
Minimum age of 18.
Must pass a background check and TB test.
Must obtain and maintain Serve Safe Certification.
No educational requirements.

Nice To Haves

One to three years of experience in dietary or food services.
Experience working in banquet or catering operations.

Responsibilities

Provide residents with restaurant-quality meals and beverages.
Help produce a varied, creative, and nutritious menu that considers residents’ requests; prepare daily specials and fill special orders.
Follow the schedule and posted work and cleaning assignments for the front and back of the house.
Maintain proper hygiene in food handling and preparation and meet sanitation requirements for the food-service area and personnel according to State Health Department regulations.
Set up food and supplies for special events throughout the community, coordinating with the Executive Director and Lifestyle Director.
Wear the proper uniform each day.
Know and follow the employee handbook.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Culinary Director or Corporate Culinary Support Team.