Cook

Oxford Senior Living; Ardmore (OK); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxford Senior Living in Ardmore, OK is seeking a Cook to prepare meals per menu, follow recipes, and maintain kitchen cleanliness. You will interact with residents to accommodate preferences and work closely with servers to ensure meals are presented well.

The role requires leadership in a food service setting and knowledge of senior dietary requirements, with flexibility for evenings and weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Food Handlers certification is required.
• 1 year of leadership experience in a food service setting.
• 2+ years experience preparing meals for large groups.
• Working knowledge of dietary requirements for seniors.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to the current menu using provided recipes.
• Observe and communicate with residents for preferences to ensure nutrition and satisfaction.
• Coordinate with servers to ensure proper presentation and service of meals.
• Record and monitor food temperatures at each meal.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen to exceed regulatory standards.
• Oversee kitchen operations and assign tasks when the Dining Services Director is absent.
• Partner with the Dining Services Director to enhance the dining experience for residents.

Skills

Leadership in food service

Meal preparation

Attention to dietary requirements

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Cook

Dining Services Manual Labor Canoe Brook Ardmore, Ardmore, OK, US

5 days ago Requisition ID: 3050

Position Summary

This position is responsible for the nutritional needs of the residents by preparing meals in accordance to the

posted menu, utilizing the recipes provided, and the overall cleanliness of the kitchen.

Essential Functions

Meal Preparation

• Prepare meals according to the current menu, using recipes provided to ensure consistency of entree
• Observe and communicate with residents for specific preferences to ensure satisfaction and proper nutrition
• Communicate with servers to ensure meals are presented and served appropriately
• Food temperatures are to be taken and logged at each meal
• Ensure kitchen and food preparation areas are clean and exceed regulatory standards
• Continually monitor kitchen equipment to ensure they are in good working order and temperatures, and meet regulatory standards
• Ensure food and supplies are labeled, dated, and stored appropriately
• Maintain meal service records as required
• Responsible for kitchen operations, including responsibility for assigning tasks and responsibilities for additional kitchen team members in the absence of the Dining Services Director
• Partner with the Dining Services Director to recommend ways to enhance the dining experience for resident

Successful Employee Attributes at Oxford Senior Living

• Humility: Share credit, emphasize team, and define success collectively rather than individually
• Positive Attitude: Display a can-do attitude focused on providing solutions
• Initiative: Action-oriented commitment to continuous improvement in all aspects of the business
• Emotional Intelligence: Serve the community by placing the needs of the community team members and residents ahead of your own

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Food Handlers certification
• One (1) year of successful experience providing leadership in a food service setting
• Two (2) or more years preparing meals for large groups
• Working knowledge of dietary requirements for seniors

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional culinary training
• Nutrition certification and/or training

Physical Working Requirements

• Ability to travel using personal vehicle, including at night.
• Able to stand for prolonged periods of time while preparing meals and serving residents.
• Able to do occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs.
• Able to work flexible schedule, including evenings and/or weekends.
• Team Member is subject to outside environment conditions occasionally, inside conditions frequently, with protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature change