Culinary Cook - Part Time - 10a-7p Shift - Fargo Senior Living

Eventide Senior Living Communities, located in Fargo, North Dakota near Scheels Arena, is a reputable and compassionate provider of senior care and residential services. The community is dedicated to creating an environment where seniors feel valued, comfortable, and well-cared for. Eventide Senior Living Communities offers a range of services designed to support aging parents and loved ones, including assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing, with a strong focus on quality of life and personalized care. The organization prides itself on a warm, family-like atmosphere combined with professional healthcare staff committed to exceeding residents' expectations. As part of this mission, Eventide fosters a workplace culture centered on respect, teamwork, and continuous improvement, making it a sought-after employer in the Fargo community for those interested in healthcare and service roles within senior living environments. The Culinary Cook position at Eventide Senior Living Communities is an essential role focused on delivering high-quality meals that meet the nutritional needs and preferences of the senior residents. This part-time role requires working from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., including every other weekend and holiday rotations, to support the community's dining services. The role demands strict adherence to food safety and sanitation standards while preparing meals according to standardized recipes and techniques. The Culinary Cook not only prepares food but also directs the preparation processes to ensure consistency, quality, and compliance with health regulations. In this role, you will engage with various kitchen duties including monitoring portion control, verifying menu item preparation, properly storing leftovers, and maintaining clean and sanitized equipment and work areas. You will be responsible for checking food temperatures and documenting them accurately to maintain safety standards. Additionally, the role includes supervising the dining experience to ensure resident satisfaction, organizing and planning the work schedule in alignment with meal service times, and overseeing catering events within the community, ensuring all meals presented are of exceptional quality and adhere to safety standards. The ideal candidate will bring at least one to three years of culinary experience, preferably with high school diploma or GED, and be at least 18 years old. This role requires the ability to prioritize tasks effectively, especially in staffing shortages, and to interact courteously with fellow staff members to foster a positive working environment and quickly resolve any meal service issues. Compensation is competitive, with a starting pay range of $18.50 to $20.17 per hour based on qualifications and experience. Employees also benefit from shift differentials and premium pay for select positions. As part of its commitment to staff well-being, Eventide offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, paid time off, and additional perks that enhance the work-life balance. This position is a rewarding opportunity for culinary professionals passionate about contributing to the health and happiness of the senior community through excellent meal preparation and service.

• Must be at least 18 years old
• High school diploma or GED preferred
• 1-3 years of previous culinary experience preferred
• Ability to maintain sanitary and safe kitchen environment
• Ability to follow standardized recipes and portion control
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to work part-time hours including weekends and holidays