Culinary Services Cook

Sonida Senior Living•Louisville, KY

6h•Onsite

About The Position

The Culinary Services Cook helps create a welcoming, safe, and caring home for residents at The Ashton on Dorsey in Louisville, Kentucky. Working with the community team, the Cook prepares and serves attractive, nutritious meals while supporting an organized, efficient, sanitary dining services operation and a positive resident experience.

Requirements

Must possess a Food Service Sanitation Certificate as required by state or local requirements.
Experience and/or knowledge of preparing and serving meals in volume for large groups.
Ability to read and understand recipes.
Ability to work in a team environment, handle multiple tasks, communicate effectively verbally and/or in writing, and work flexible shifts.
Caring attitude and reliable attendance.
Must be 18 years of age or older.

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 preparation and service.
Cover, label, date, and store leftovers in the proper place.