Senior Living

Allegro Senior Living•Florence, KY

20h•$16 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

Spring Arbor Florence is hiring a Part-Time Cook to join our Dining Services team in our senior living community. This opportunity is ideal for candidates searching for cook jobs in Florence KY, line cook jobs near Union KY, chef jobs in Erlanger KY, prep cook jobs in Burlington KY, restaurant cook jobs in Independence KY, food service jobs near Covington KY, and culinary careers in Northern Kentucky, as well as senior living cook jobs, assisted living kitchen jobs, dietary cook positions, and hospitality food service roles. If you take pride in preparing quality meals, enjoy working in a professional kitchen, and want a role where your cooking is appreciated every day, we would love to connect with you. This role is ideal for candidates with experience in restaurants, hotels, healthcare dining, country clubs, catering, or senior living culinary environments. Previous cooking experience is required. The primary responsibility of the Cook is to prepare food of the highest quality and taste for residents and guests of the Community ensuring that the food presentation enhances the dining experience of the residents and guests.

Requirements

Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Must be flexible/adaptable, pay attention to detail, and have a sense of teamwork.
Must possess good time management skills and a keen awareness of safety.
Must possess current manager’s level food handler permit.
Must have positive Criminal Background Screening.
The Community is a drug free workplace; associates are subject to adherence to the Company Drug Free Workplace policy.
Previous cooking experience required
Dependable, professional, and team-oriented
Strong food safety awareness
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced kitchen
Passion for hospitality and serving others

Nice To Haves

Minimum one (1) year related cooking experience or equivalent preferred.
Some software and computer skills preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare delicious and attractive food that is colorful and tastefully presented making each meal service an exceptional occasion.
Supervise the kitchen under the direction of the Dining Services Director (DSD) and Chef/Lead Cook.
Prepare high quality meals consistent with local customs and tastes.
Consistently adhere to the standard recipes, the budgeted costs and Company policies.
Supervise and/or assist in the proper washing of all dishes, cookware, flatware, and utensils.
Properly maintain all kitchen equipment.
Monitor water temperatures and/or chemical compounds as appropriate to ensure the prevention of foodborne illness and the spread of communicable disease.
Approach residents and associates in a friendly, service-oriented manner.
Other job duties as assigned – see full job description.