Cook - Avamere at Hillsboro

Cook Status: On-Call Location: Avamere at Hillsboro; 2000 SE 30th Avenue; Hillsboro, OK 97123 Apply at www.TeamAvamere.com Job Summary The Cook will be responsible for preparing nutritious, flavorful meals for residents across varying levels of care. You will ensure compliance with dietary restrictions, maintain impeccable sanitation standards, and create a warm, dignified dining experience that feels like home. Essential Duties And Job Responsibilities Execute daily menus for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, ensuring food is visually appealing, properly seasoned, and served at the correct temperaturePrepare alternative menu options and snacks as needed for residents with changing appetitesAdapt recipes to meet specific dietary needs (e.g., low-sodium, diabetic-friendly, vegetarian, and texture-modified diets like puréed or mechanical soft). Understand and accommodate the unique dining challenges of memory care residents (e.g., finger foods, enhanced flavors, and flexible dining times)Create a calm, structured, and inviting dining environment that encourages socialization and appetite stimulation. Adhere to strict food safety, handling, and storage regulations (ServSafe guidelines)Ensure the kitchen, prep areas, and dishwashing stations are cleaned and sanitized at the end of every shiftMonitor and log food and refrigerator temperatures daily to guarantee quality control., Maintain a resident-first approach, actively seeking feedback and building relationships to understand individual preferencesCollaborate with the Dietary/Dining Services Director and nursing staff to ensure care plans align with resident diets. Maintain the highest standards of kitchen cleanliness, food storage, and equipment maintenance in accordance with ServSafe and local health department codes. Perform all other duties as assigned Requirements Requirements and Qualifications 2-3 years of Cook experience: Hospital or Healthcare facility experience preferredCurrent ServSafe Manager certification (or willingness to obtain within 30 days of hire)Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written directions and pay close attention to details in order to follow and calculate recipes and production sheets, and to pay constant attention to cooking and the timing of foodsRequires a current Food Handlers card issued by local Health DepartmentDemonstrated knowledge of high standards of food preparation, sanitation, hygienic methods of food preparation and storage, and safety with formal on-the-job training, and approximately one year of experience in quantity food preparation in order to have the necessary technical skills to maintain high standards of food preparation. Demonstrates initiative and sound judgment in setting up meals and utilizing leftovers. Demonstrates competency in operating kitchen equipmentInterpersonal skills are necessary to establish effective relationships with department workers, supervisors, and with other departmentsMaintain confidentiality of all resident care informationA genuine desire to improve the quality of life for seniorsCreate and uphold an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, and a calm and cheerful environment Benefits We believe caring for others starts with caring for our own teams. Our benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and peace of mind—so you can focus on making a difference every day. Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible. - Benefits eligible at 30+ hours/week401(k) Retirement Plan with discretionary employer matchPaid Time Off (PTO) and Premium Pay for Holidays worked, conditions applyEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) Canopy: Free, confidential support for mental health, stress, family needs & work/life balanceHealth Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) options and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account)Voluntary & Supplemental Insurance Options: Voluntary Life and AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability, plus Whole Life, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Legal Services Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.