Cook

AVISTA SENIOR LIVING MANAGEMENT LLC•Orem, UT

106d•$18 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

The Cook oversees food handling and preparation throughout the kitchen at Spring Gardens Assisted Living in Orem, Utah. The role involves maintaining food stations and hygienic workspaces, preparing meals and snacks, and adapting kitchen processes to fulfill orders while meeting time and quality standards. Healthcare experience is preferred. The Cook supports the community’s philosophy, mission, commitment, vision, and values. The position also contributes to high-quality food presentation, safe food handling, kitchen cleanliness, and coordination with the Executive Chef and management team.

Requirements

Ability to work as a cohesive member of a team.
Ability to read, write, and speak basic English and understand questions from residents and family members.
Ability to give and receive directions on work-related tasks, especially during fires, disasters, and emergency situations.
Ability to follow written and verbal directions and apply practical problem-solving skills when needed.
Ability to perform well under pressure and maintain a positive attitude during working hours.
Professional appearance and conduct.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to be patient and polite.
High school education level.

Nice To Haves

Healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Check menu item ingredients for quality, wholesomeness, and quantity.
Prepare meals and snacks.
Use sound food-handling practices when storing and preparing menu items.
Maintain a clean, professional work environment by following a “clean as you go” practice.
Report equipment maintenance concerns to the appropriate staff and follow up when equipment has not been repaired.
Coordinate the next day’s food production needs, including pulling and thawing frozen items in a timely manner.
Work with the management team to contribute ideas and suggestions for planning special theme and holiday occasions.
Provide top-quality food presentation as directed by the Executive Chef.
Assist with completing temperature and meal record logs and participate in taste testing and temperature recording.
Consult regularly with the Executive Chef when items do not meet the Chef’s standards.
Perform other duties as deemed necessary.
Support the philosophy, mission, commitment, vision, and values of the community.