Compassionate Senior Living Cook | Daily Pay & Growth

Inspirations of Tempe; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO and Holiday Pay

Daily pay

401K with employer match

Short and long-term disability

Referral Bonuses

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Inspirations of Tempe is seeking a Cook to prepare nutritious meals for residents in a senior living community. The cook will use high-quality ingredients, follow recipes and portion sizes, and maintain safe food handling practices under the direction of the Dining Services Director.

The role requires a minimum of a High School Diploma or GED, at least two years of cooking experience (healthcare or hospitality preferred), and a valid Fingerprint Clearance Card.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED at a minimum.
• Minimum two years cooking experience preferably within the healthcare or hospitality field.
• Serv-Safe Certification preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Be free of communicable disease.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Completion of drug testing and criminal record background check upon hire and upon request of supervisor.
• Physical ability to bend, stand, lift up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve all food items using high quality ingredients and correct portions.
• Record and monitor food temperatures during storage, preparation, cooking, and serving.
• Label, date, and properly store all foods; monitor temperatures of coolers and freezers daily.
• Control overproduction and waste; adhere to safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Follow safety procedures while operating kitchen equipment; maintain clean work areas.
• Collaborate with team to maintain a pleasant, efficient work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

English proficiency

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Serv-Safe Certification preferred

Tools

Fingerprint Clearance Card

Job description

Inspirations of Tempe is seeking a Cook to prepare nutritious meals for residents in a senior living community. The cook will use high-quality ingredients, follow recipes and portion sizes, and maintain safe food handling practices under the direction of the Dining Services Director.

The role requires a minimum of a High School Diploma or GED, at least two years of cooking experience (healthcare or hospitality preferred), and a valid Fingerprint Clearance Card.