Kitchen - Cook - Full Time, Weekends Required

This position is offered by a company dedicated to fostering a joyful and vibrant community through exceptional food service, particularly within a senior living environment. The organization operates as a senior care facility focused on supporting dignity, privacy, independence, and individuality for its residents, providing them with a home-like atmosphere. They emphasize quality in every aspect of their service, from meal preparation to resident interaction, ensuring that all individuals feel valued and cared for. With a commitment to exceptional standards, the establishment adheres to state sanitation codes, health regulations, and emergency procedures, all while promoting a safe, comfortable, and clean environment. Employees are encouraged to partake in continuous learning and participation in meetings and training sessions to maintain up-to-date service standards and fulfillment of their roles effectively. The role of Cook within this senior care facility is integral to creating a vibrant and sustaining environment for residents by preparing and serving delicious and nutritionally adequate meals according to well-established menu cycles. The Cook is responsible for overseeing food service operations, including inventory control and maintaining supplies. This individual will prepare food items and serve residents within scheduled timeframes, ensuring preferences and dietary requirements are met precisely, including specialty diets and textures. Maintaining high-quality food standards is a top priority, with regular sampling and monitoring. The Cook also plays a key role in maintaining cleanliness and safety in all kitchen and food service areas, complying with state health and sanitation regulations. This position requires attention to detail, compassion, and the ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, staff, and volunteers. Collaboration with the Executive Director ensures coverage and scheduling needs are met, contributing to smooth operation of the kitchen and dining services. The Cook must observe and report any changes in resident status or preferences, maintaining detailed meal service records and assisting with emergency procedures as necessary. Physical demands include sitting, talking, hearing, using hands for handling and feeling, occasional standing and walking, as well as lifting or moving items weighing up to 40 pounds. This job emphasizes independent work with minimal supervision and the ability to problem-solve creatively. Competitive compensation is offered, with adjustments based on experience, education, and certifications. Benefits include health care coverage encompassing medical, dental, and vision plans, along with savings accounts such as HSA with employer contributions. Additional perks include shift differentials for night shifts, bonuses, paid time off, sick leave accrual, floating holidays, holiday pay at 1.5 times the wage, bereavement leave, employer-paid life insurance, 401(k) plans with employer contributions, employee assistance programs, and assistance funds for financial hardships or continuing education. This comprehensive benefits package supports the well-being, financial security, and work-life balance of employees, fostering a positive and supportive workplace culture.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• ability to read, write, speak and understand English
• maintain current Food Handler's card
• education or experience sufficient to meet position requirements or as required by State regulations
• meets all mandatory health requirements by State regulations
• requires attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
• maintains clean, neat, comfortable, safe environment for residents, staff, and visitors
• has compassion and special interest in working with the senior population
• ability to relate positively and communicate appropriately with residents, families, community members, volunteers and other employees
• ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays and overtime
• pass a criminal background and fingerprint check
• demonstrates basic computer knowledge and ability with an aptitude to learn company applications
• ability to creatively problem-solve
• ability to work independently (with minimum supervision)