Culinary Services Cook

Sonida Senior Living•Lambertville, MI

About The Position

As a Culinary Services Cook at Sonida Senior Living, you will help create a welcoming, safe, and caring home for residents. Working with the team at Aspen Grove, you will prepare and serve meals and contribute to the quality of the community’s dining experience. The role includes maintaining sanitary, organized, and efficient food preparation and dining areas, as well as supporting the Culinary Services Director.

Requirements

Possess a Food Service Sanitation Certificate as required by state or local requirements.
Have experience and/or knowledge of volume meal preparation and serving for large groups.
Be at least 18 years of age.
Have a caring attitude and reliable attendance.
Be able to read and understand recipes, work in a team, handle multiple tasks, and communicate effectively verbally and/or in writing.
Be able to work flexible shifts.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in senior living, healthcare, hospitality, or guest service; preferred but not required.
High school graduate or GED.
Some supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

Plan, prepare, and serve attractive, nutritious meals in an organized, timely, and sanitary manner.
Assist the Culinary Services Director in maintaining an organized and efficient Dining Services department.
Prepare and serve meals for assigned shifts.
Maintain dining services standards, including efficient meal delivery, customer service, and dining room and kitchen cleanliness.
Clean the work area, pots, and equipment after food preparation and service.
Cover, label, date, and store leftovers in the proper place.