Cook 11:30am-7:30pm $18-25 (Full Time)

The Parkway Senior Living•Blue Springs, MO

15h•Onsite

About The Position

The Cook prepares menu items according to established standards and recipes, delivering quality food that is attractively presented and served in a timely manner. The role follows health protocols, including proper hygiene, sanitary food preparation, and safe food temperatures. The Cook gets to know residents and their preferences and needs and participates in resident orientations. The job is based at Parkway in Blue Springs, Missouri, and is full-time, scheduled Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday from 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age.
Read, write, understand, and communicate in English with residents.
Possess a current Food Handlers Card as specified by the Department of Health.
Demonstrate skills, knowledge, and competency in leadership, training, and supervision.
Have proficient written and oral communication skills with management, professional, and support staff.
Be able to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and stoop throughout the day.
Be able to frequently lift and/or move items up to 50 pounds.
Be comfortable working in close contact with extreme temperatures, including cooking surfaces and walk-in freezers.
Be able to work primarily indoors and be available to work outside for events.
Pass criminal clearance.

Responsibilities

Prepare menu items according to established standards and recipes.
Provide quality food that is attractively presented and served in a timely manner.
Follow health protocols, including proper hygiene, sanitary food preparation, and proper food temperatures.
Become familiar with residents, their preferences, and their needs.
Participate in resident orientations.

Benefits

Company-match 401(k), with a 100% match up to the first 3%, fully vested upon enrollment.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees, beginning the first of the month following 60 days of employment.
Disability insurance for full-time employees.
Employee assistance program.
Weekly employee recognition program.
Life insurance for full-time employees.
Paid time off for full-time employees, accruing up to 115 hours per year.
Tuition reimbursement after 90 days for full-time and part-time employees.
Employee referral program for full-time, part-time, and PRN employees.
Complimentary meal each shift for full-time, part-time, and PRN employees.
Daily Pay option.
Direct deposit.
Promotion from within.