Retirement Community Cook
About The Position
The cook at Christian Care Retirement Community is responsible for much more than simply preparing meals. This position requires an individual who can expertly cook a wide variety of foods in large batches to serve many residents. The cook must be able to follow recipes and properly use kitchen equipment to produce high-quality, delicious meals that meet federal, state, and local food safety and nutrition standards. Attention to detail is crucial, as the cook must precisely follow guidelines and procedures to ensure food is handled, prepared, and served properly. This role requires strong written and verbal communication skills to read instructions, share information with the food service team, and interact positively with residents, family members, and staff. The cook must be able to work independently to make decisions and judgements while cooking. They need to be observant and proactive, regularly checking work stations and food service areas for cleanliness, organization, and safety. Inventory and supply management also falls under the purview of the cook. Overall, the cook at Christian Care Retirement Community must have a passion for food service paired with organizational skills and attention to detail. This allows them to provide wholesome, appetizing meals that nourish residents' bodies and spirits. Christian Care Retirement Community is a non-profit, faith-based organization. We truly strive to give our residents the best quality and compassionate care that we can while instilling our Christian values. Our facility offers care for residents who are in different stages of their lives- including Assisted Living, Long-term and Short-term care- we provide daily opportunities for our team members to truly make a difference in someone's life.
Requirements
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently.
- Observant and proactive.
- Passion for food service.
- Organizational skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Must be able to work every other weekend.
- Must be able to work every other holiday.
- Clear background check.
- Negative drug screen.
Responsibilities
- Expertly cook a wide variety of foods in large batches to serve many residents.
- Follow recipes and properly use kitchen equipment to produce high-quality, delicious meals that meet federal, state, and local food safety and nutrition standards.
- Precisely follow guidelines and procedures to ensure food is handled, prepared, and served properly.
- Read instructions, share information with the food service team, and interact positively with residents, family members, and staff.
- Work independently to make decisions and judgements while cooking.
- Regularly check work stations and food service areas for cleanliness, organization, and safety.
- Manage inventory and supplies.
Benefits
- PTO available after 90 days of employment.
- PTO balance based on years of service for Part Time Team Members.
- College assistance available.
- Perfect attendance bonuses available if eligible.
- Professional development bonuses available if eligible.
- Referral bonuses.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
