Cook

Milestone Senior Living Cross Plains•Cross Plains, WI

11d

About The Position

The Cook supports the culinary department in a senior living community by preparing meals, maintaining kitchen and dining cleanliness, and assisting the Culinary Coordinator in providing high-quality dining experiences for residents, visitors, and team members. The role follows menus and recipes, supports meal service, and maintains sanitation and food safety standards. When the Culinary Coordinator is absent, the Cook may oversee food requisitions, inventory, and food rotation, and assist with supervisory tasks involving Culinary/Resident Assistants.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 2 years of experience in culinary or hospitality services.
Ability to follow recipes accurately and maintain food safety standards.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.
Calm, friendly demeanor and commitment to serving seniors.
Ability to work independently and assist with supervisory tasks as needed.

Nice To Haves

Culinary Arts degree.

Responsibilities

Prepare food according to menu and recipe guidelines.
Assist with serving meals in the dining room and maintaining dining areas.
Wash dishes and clean kitchen and dining spaces according to cleaning schedules.
Maintain proper sanitation and food safety practices and use PPE as required.
Supervise food requisitions, inventory, and food rotation when the Culinary Coordinator is absent.
Assist and oversee Culinary/Resident Assistants in food preparation and dining tasks.
Report unsafe conditions, complete work orders, and respond to alarms or emergency situations.
Participate in staff in-services, meetings, and safety committees.
Maintain confidentiality of residents and coworkers and complete incident reports as needed.