Chef/Cook - Sherwood Oaks

About the role

Presbyterian SeniorCare Network provides compassionate, vibrant, and supportive communities for older adults that nurture the wholeness of body, mind, and spirit. Sherwood Oaks, part of UPMC Senior Communities and managed by Presbyterian SeniorCare Network, is a premier Life Plan Community. Spread across 84 acres in Cranberry Township, the campus is known for its beautiful landscape, which features walking trails, abundant gardens, green space, and a lake.

The Chef/Cook is responsible for preparing the center plate portion of the menu in large quantities for residents. Responsibilities include cleaning assignments to maintain standards of sanitation, stocking supplies, and taking/recording food temperatures.

Schedule

Full-time; Hourly, Non-exempt; 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM and 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM, 40 hours per week with every other weekend.

Pay

Starting Pay: $18.75/hour – $22.00/hour; depending on experience. Eligible for up to a $500 Sign on Bonus.

Benefits

• Real-time access to earned wages – get up to 50% of your earned wages before payday.
• Affordable Family Health Coverage – Medical, dental & vision plans that won’t break the bank.
• Life and Disability Coverage – Employer-paid short-term disability, company-paid life insurance for full-time team members.
• Generous PTO – Real work-life balance; recharge and renew.
• Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match – Secure your future while caring for others.
• Unique Perks – From free parking and employee referral bonuses to pet insurance and renter’s insurance.
• Employee Referral Bonuses – Rewarding you for bringing great talent.
• Tuition Forgiveness for LPNs – Presbyterian SeniorCare Network is the final payer for your LPN program with a 3-year tenure commitment.
• Person-Centered Onboarding – A warm welcome that sets you up for success.
• Apprenticeships & Mentorship – Formal opportunities to learn, grow, and be guided by experienced leaders.

Requirements

• Have at least 2 years of quantity food cooking experience.
• Long-term care experience is preferred and a degree from an accredited culinary school is a plus.
• Serve Safe Certified preferred; must complete within 3 months of hire.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence and calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, and volume.
• Possess excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to effectively interact with both residents and team members.
• Demonstrate excellent teamwork.
• Enjoy multi-tasking since every day is different.
• Have good attention to detail and time management.