Compassionate Senior Living Cook & Dining Specialist

Blacksmith Fork Assisted Living; Hyrum (UT); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Blacksmith Fork Assisted Living is seeking a dedicated cook to prepare and assist with meals for residents, working with the dietary manager to ensure nutritious options and safe food handling. The role includes kitchen cleanup, inventory, and serving snacks, with ongoing attention to sanitation and resident well-being.

The schedule includes Wednesday 7a-2p and Saturday-Sunday 7a-2p, with responsibilities extending to delivering food to residents' rooms and assisting with dining area setup and

Qualifications

• Must possess a current Food Handler's Permit.
• Ability to effectively communicate with residents, families, supervisors, and associates.
• Must provide written proof of recent TB test or obtain within two weeks of date of hire.
• Must be positive and deliver a WOW experience through service.
• Performs unpleasant tasks with grace; works cooperatively with supervisors and displays willingness to assist co-workers.
• Willingness to work with the elderly.

Responsibilities

• Prepares all food according to the menu in a safe, sanitary manner under the direction of the dining services coordinator/manager.
• Maintaining kitchen sanitation and safety standards under the direction of the Dining Services Coordinator.
• Prepares and cooks meals for residents within an assisted living and Memory Care community as well as maintain standards of kitchen cleanliness.
• Follows departmental procedures including sanitation, safety, and cleaning schedules.
• Report any concerns with the health and well-being to the Resident Care Coordinator or Nurse.
• Maintain and protect the confidentiality of resident information at all times.
• Meet or exceed, the standards of appearance; comply with the sanitation rules, hygiene and health standards of community personnel.
• Serve meals in a fine and gracious manner, ensuring the dignity and nutritional needs of the residents.
• Assist with putting away and organizing the weekly orders.
• Keep the kitchen organized and orderly.
• Insure that the cleanliness of kitchen and dining area meets or exceeds the dietary manager's specifications and is in compliance with state regulations.
• Cooks meal according to the dietician approved menus.
• Perform other reasonable tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Effective communication

Food safety awareness

Education

Food Handler's Permit

Job description

Blacksmith Fork Assisted Living is seeking a dedicated cook to prepare and assist with meals for residents, working with the dietary manager to ensure nutritious options and safe food handling. The role includes kitchen cleanup, inventory, and serving snacks, with ongoing attention to sanitation and resident well-being.

The schedule includes Wednesday 7a-2p and Saturday-Sunday 7a-2p, with responsibilities extending to delivering food to residents' rooms and assisting with dining area setup and