Cook

Viva Senior Living at Bel Air; Bel Air (MD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Viva Senior Living at Bel Air in Bel Air, MD is seeking a dedicated Cook to join our team. You will prepare high-quality meals, maintain a clean and efficient kitchen, and ensure safety and sanitation in all food-handling activities.

The role emphasizes collaboration with staff, menu development input, and timely service in a senior living environment. Previous cooking experience is a plus, and ServSafe certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be organized and able to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Punctual with a strong work ethic.
• ServSafe certification preferred.
• Creative mindset with a passion for food preparation.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Previous cooking experience is a plus.
• Annual verification of a negative TB test required.
• Verification of MMR and Chicken Pox immunity/vaccination required.
• Ability to push, pull, move and/or lift at least 25 pounds and reach 5 feet.

Responsibilities

• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and organize workstations.
• Ensure food safety and sanitation standards at all times.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to accommodate dietary requests.
• Manage time to ensure timely meal service.
• Contribute ideas for menu development and presentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organized

Punctual

Creative mindset

Tools

ServSafe certification

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Cook to join our team in Bel Air, MD. The ideal candidate will be organized, punctual, and possess a creative approach to food preparation. You will be responsible for preparing high-quality meals while maintaining a clean and efficient kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and workstations.
• Ensure food safety and sanitation standards are followed at all times.
• Work collaboratively with kitchen staff to accommodate special dietary requests and preferences.
• Manage time effectively to ensure timely meal service.
• Contribute creative ideas for menu development and presentation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Organized and able to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Punctual with a strong work ethic.
• Serve Safe certification preferred.
• Creative mindset with a passion for food preparation.
• Accommodating and able to work well with others.
• Previous cooking experience is a plus.
• Must provide annual verification of a negative TB test.
• Must provide verification of MMR and Chicken Pox immunity/vaccinat ion.
• Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet.