Compassionate Cook for Welcoming Dining Team

Yona Eagle; Colchester (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employer paid life insurance

401(k) plan

Competitive paid time off

Employee assistance program

Wages on demand

Discounts & wellness programs

Career growth

Job summary

Yona Eagle in Colchester, CT is seeking a friendly Cook to join our team and deliver warm hospitality to residents, visitors, and coworkers.

Responsibilities include preparing meals safely, following recipes, maintaining sanitation standards, and ensuring timely service. Applicants should have proven cooking experience, knowledge of safety guidelines, good communication skills, and the stamina to work in a fast-paced kitchen. Employment offers benefits and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Cook.
• Knowledge of sanitation and safety guidelines.
• Friendly with good communication skills.
• Good physical condition and stamina.
• High school diploma or equivalent; certification in food services is a plus.

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

Knowledge of sanitation and safety

Friendly communication skills

Good physical condition and stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cookware & kitchen appliances

Job description

Yona Eagle in Colchester, CT is seeking a friendly Cook to join our team and deliver warm hospitality to residents, visitors, and coworkers.

Responsibilities include preparing meals safely, following recipes, maintaining sanitation standards, and ensuring timely service. Applicants should have proven cooking experience, knowledge of safety guidelines, good communication skills, and the stamina to work in a fast-paced kitchen. Employment offers benefits and career growth opportunities.