Compassionate Cook for Senior Living - Flexible Schedule

Epic Healthcare; Arvada (CO); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Beautiful work environment

Competitive Wages and Benefit Package

Flexible Schedule

Paid Time Off

Overtime Pay

401(k)

Job summary

Woodland Estates Senior Living in Denver, CO is hiring a Cook to support resident meals in a caring, high-quality setting. You will follow menus, prepare nourishing meals with attention to nutrition, and maintain clean, safe kitchen practices.

We value experience in large-volume cooking, proper food handling, and flexibility for shifts, including early mornings or evenings. Benefits include competitive wages and an encouraging team environment.

Qualifications

• Must have 2+ years experience as a Cook.
• Must be able to write, speak, and read in English.
• Cook/Dietary experience in a hospital, skilled nursing care home or other related medical facility is preferred but not required.
• Experience in cooking a variety of food in large quantities.
• Food Handlers or Serv Safe certification.
• Experience with food preparation and nutrition.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe culinary environment in the facility using strict infection control procedures.
• Kitchen and equipment will be clean and organized at all times. Safe food temperatures will be maintained at all times according to regulations.
• Dishes will be cleaned and properly stored after every meal.
• Follow the provided food menu for nutritionally sound meals, with the needs and preferences of the residents kept in mind.
• Contact the Lead or Resident Services Manager to assist in Health Department inspections if they occur on your shift.
• Prepare and offer nourishing meals and snacks using as many non-processed foods as possible.
• Report shortages or needs of snacks or meal ingredients to the Culinary Lead.
• Report any broken or malfunctioning equipment to Culinary Lead immediately.
• May be asked to take extra shifts or help with special occasions.
• This may include early morning or evening hours.

Skills

Cook experience

English proficiency

Job description

Woodland Estates Senior Living in Denver, CO is hiring a Cook to support resident meals in a caring, high-quality setting. You will follow menus, prepare nourishing meals with attention to nutrition, and maintain clean, safe kitchen practices.

We value experience in large-volume cooking, proper food handling, and flexibility for shifts, including early mornings or evenings. Benefits include competitive wages and an encouraging team environment.