Compassionate Cook for Community Dining & Growth

Traditions at North Willow; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Wages on demand

Discount programs

Wellness programs

Career growth

Job summary

Yona is seeking a Cook to join the team and provide warm, friendly hospitality to residents, visitors, and coworkers. You will follow menus, prepare meals safely, and ensure proper portioning and serving according to standardized recipes.

Under the direction of the food services director, you will help maintain quality, label and store foods, and suggest menu changes to reduce waste while controlling costs. A background check is required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Cook.
• Knowledge of sanitation and safety guidelines.
• Skilled in preparing meals according to instructions.
• Apt in operating cookware, bakeware and cooking appliances.
• Friendly with good communication skills.
• Good physical condition and stamina.
• High school diploma or equivalent; certification in food services is a plus.
• Must provide a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Prepares all food according to the menu in a safe, sanitary manner under the direction of the food services director.
• Ensures proper preparation, portioning, and serving of foods according to standardized recipes.
• Prepares quality food products according to standardized recipes and menus.
• Adheres to all safety and sanitation standards.
• Prepares food in a timely manner at specified meal times.
• Responds to community issues or concerns that may occur in the dining room.
• Follows departmental procedures including sanitation, safety, and cleaning schedules.
• Follows proper cleaning procedures and storage of all dishes, utensils and cooking equipment.
• Ensures all food in refrigerator, freezer, and dry storage are labeled and dated.
• Oversees proper food handling and utilization of all foods to prevent contamination, increase quality, and reduce cost.
• Suggests menu or recipe changes to utilize leftovers and other supplies.
• Cleans all food service equipment, kitchen and food storage areas.

Skills

Proven experience as a Cook

Sanitation and safety knowledge

Meal preparation skills

Cookware & kitchen appliances use

Friendly communication

Physical stamina

Criminal background check ready

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Food services certification a plus

Job description

Yona is seeking a Cook to join the team and provide warm, friendly hospitality to residents, visitors, and coworkers. You will follow menus, prepare meals safely, and ensure proper portioning and serving according to standardized recipes.

Under the direction of the food services director, you will help maintain quality, label and store foods, and suggest menu changes to reduce waste while controlling costs. A background check is required.