Compassionate Senior Living Cook - Nutritious Meals

Somerset Court of Goldsboro; Pleasant View (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

Professional development

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Somerset Court of Goldsboro is seeking an experienced Cook to join our culinary team and provide nutritious, high-quality meals to our residents. You will prepare meals according to menu plans and dietary requirements, and serve them with care and presentation.

This role requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) and prior cooking experience in senior living, healthcare, or restaurant settings. You will work closely with the Dietary Manager to maintain a clean kitchen, follow safety

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (required).
• Previous cooking experience in a senior living, healthcare, or restaurant setting (preferred).
• Knowledge of food safety standards and regulations.
• Ability to follow recipes and meal plans.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Compassion for and a desire to work with the elderly.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to menu plans and dietary requirements.
• Serve meals in a timely manner with high quality and presentation.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary kitchen and proper food handling.
• Collaborate with the Dietary Manager and staff; assist training new kitchen staff.
• Assist with inventory and report shortages to the Dietary Manager.
• Respond to special dietary requests and resident preferences.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Previous cooking experience in senior living, healthcare, or restaurant setting

Job description

Somerset Court of Goldsboro is seeking an experienced Cook to join our culinary team and provide nutritious, high-quality meals to our residents. You will prepare meals according to menu plans and dietary requirements, and serve them with care and presentation.

This role requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) and prior cooking experience in senior living, healthcare, or restaurant settings. You will work closely with the Dietary Manager to maintain a clean kitchen, follow safety