Line Cook - $22 to $24 per HOUR

Applewood Village is a reputable assisted living community dedicated to providing compassionate care and a comfortable life for its residents. As part of the FellowshipLIFE family, Applewood Village emphasizes a supportive, inclusive work environment where diversity, integrity, and excellence are core values. The community is focused on enhancing the quality of life for seniors through personalized care services, thoughtful hospitality, and engaging activities. Applewood Village is proudly committed to equal employment opportunities, encouraging qualified candidates of all backgrounds to apply and contribute to their mission. The Cook position within Applewood Village's Assisted Living Culinary Team plays an essential role in preparing nutritious and delicious meals that meet the dietary needs and preferences of residents. This role goes beyond standard cooking duties; it is integral to maintaining food safety, sanitation, and smooth kitchen operations. Working closely with the culinary team, the Cook ensures that food preparation aligns with established recipes and production estimates, including adjustments for modified diets based on individual resident dietary orders. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, high attention to detail, and a passion for supporting the well-being of seniors through quality meal preparation. They must be adept at managing kitchen hygiene by cleaning and sanitizing equipment and work areas after use, organizing food storage, and complying with company and health department safety standards. The role may also involve assisting with unloading and stocking food deliveries, reporting kitchen equipment malfunctions or hazards, and taking on leadership responsibilities as the person in charge when the Culinary Services Director is absent. This is a physically demanding position requiring the ability to stand for extended periods and perform various kitchen tasks. Flexibility to work different shifts, including weekends and holidays, is necessary to support the community's continuous culinary needs. Applewood Village offers an hourly wage of $22 to $24, reflecting the importance of this role in their mission to provide quality senior living services. The Cook position provides meaningful work in an environment that values teamwork, safety, efficiency, and the comfort of its residents, making it an ideal opportunity for someone passionate about culinary work in a healthcare setting.

• Ability to stand for long periods and perform physically demanding tasks
• strong work ethic
• commitment to maintaining a clean and safe environment
• ability to follow safety and sanitation procedures
• good communication skills
• flexibility to work various shifts including weekends and holidays