Cook

MERIDIAN SENIOR LIVING•O’Fallon, MO

4d•$20 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

The Cook works closely with the Dining Services Manager and is responsible for the community’s food ordering, preparation, and delivery, as well as kitchen sanitation. The role ensures food is prepared in a nutritional and appetizing manner, maintains supplies and equipment, and provides excellent customer service to internal and external customers.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Successfully complete training as required by State regulations.
Obtain a Food Handlers Permit as required by State regulations.
Have compassion for and a desire to work with the elderly.
Demonstrate the ability to work responsibly as a team member and independently.
Communicate effectively with residents, families, staff, vendors, and the general public.
Meet all health requirements and pass background checks.

Nice To Haves

Six months of prior experience in a food service department.
Supervisory experience.
Previous experience working with the elderly.

Responsibilities

Order food for the community.
Prepare and deliver food.
Maintain kitchen sanitation.
Ensure food is prepared in a nutritional and appetizing manner.
Maintain supplies and equipment.
Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance with multiple plan options.
No-cost telemedicine through 1800MD for employees and their family members, with no enrollment required.
Flexible Spending Account.
Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability.
Voluntary benefits, including short-term disability, accident coverage, and critical illness coverage.
Pet insurance.
Tuition reimbursement.
401(k).
Employee Assistance Program.
Referral bonus.
Employee discounts.