Compassionate Senior Living Cook – Part-Time

Kauhale Health; Creve Coeur (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Kauhale Health in Missouri is seeking a dependable Cook to join the team as a part-time role. The Cook will prepare nutritious, appealing meals following menus, dietary requirements, and safety standards while delivering high-quality service to residents and guests.

The position requires prior cooking or food-service experience, familiarity with sanitation, ability to follow recipes and schedules, and a team-oriented, dependable attitude.

Qualifications

• Previous cooking or food-service experience preferred.
• Experience in senior living, healthcare, assisted living, or institutional food service is a plus.
• Knowledge of food preparation, sanitation, and safe food-handling practices.
• Ability to follow recipes, menus, and dietary instructions.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work well as part of a team.
• Strong attention to cleanliness, organization, and detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Food-handler certification or ServSafe certification preferred, depending on applicable requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to established menus, recipes, and portion guidelines.
• Ensure meals are prepared on time and served at the appropriate temperature.
• Follow special dietary requirements, food allergies, and texture modifications as directed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen and food preparation areas.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
• Properly store, label, date, and rotate food products.
• Monitor food inventory and notify the supervisor when supplies are needed.
• Minimize food waste while maintaining appropriate food quality and portions.
• Assist with meal service, including plating and serving meals as needed.
• Clean and sanitize cooking equipment, utensils, work surfaces, and kitchen areas.
• Follow proper procedures for handling and storing food.
• Work cooperatively with dietary, housekeeping, caregiving, and other staff members.
• Provide courteous and respectful service to residents, guests, and coworkers.
• Assist with special events, holidays, and other meal-related functions as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or dietary manager.

Skills

Cooking

Food-service

Teamwork

Dependability

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Kauhale Health in Missouri is seeking a dependable Cook to join the team as a part-time role. The Cook will prepare nutritious, appealing meals following menus, dietary requirements, and safety standards while delivering high-quality service to residents and guests.

The position requires prior cooking or food-service experience, familiarity with sanitation, ability to follow recipes and schedules, and a team-oriented, dependable attitude.