Cook - Temporary

Cook

A community, not a facility. As thought leaders in the industry, we take a positive, holistic approach to senior care and encourage independence, as people are happiest when they can make their own choices. We provide opportunities for physical activity, social engagement, intellectual stimulation, spiritual involvement, and fun. We treat our residents and our team members like family.

About the role

This opportunity will allow you to positively impact the quality of life for over 700 seniors and their families.

Responsibilities

• Work with our culinarians to implement the food and beverage program for our residents
• Engage all five senses in the most pleasant ways to nourish both the body and the soul
• Provide a culinary experience for our residents that is tailored to their needs and preferences
• Adapt and respond quickly to the needs and preferences of our residents
• Teach and train others new culinary skills and techniques

Requirements

• Confidence to engage with seniors, individually and in groups, with different physical and cognitive ability levels
• Culinary skills that demonstrate innovation, creativity, and thoughtfulness
• Solid safety awareness in work habits and the ability to promote a safe work environment in the kitchen
• Awareness of food safety, infection control, and cleanliness standards
• Skilled in varied cooking techniques and the desire to teach and train others these skills
• Team player with ability to develop strong working relationships along with customer service focus
• An understanding or the willingness to gain an understanding of the various forms of dementia and how to help residents with dementia still live with purpose

Qualifications

• At least 21 years of age
• A combination of education and experience in the culinary arts
• Current negative TB test
• Knowledgeable in, or can quickly learn, various regulatory standards for the kitchen
• Willingness to learn how to work in a healthcare/assisted living environment
• Ability to pass criminal record/background check
• Good time management skills
• Must be able to work well independently with little oversight

Benefits

We offer our team members a good benefits package, the ability to be heard, have their opinions count and the opportunity to innovate. Our compensation package will be flexible for this role based on the credentialing, tenure and skill sets each candidate brings for consideration. The starting hourly wage range for this position is $19.00 to $23.00 per hour.