Cook

Prairie Hills at Cedar Rapids; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Arvum Senior Living is seeking a Full-Time Cook with a commitment to high-quality food preparation in a caring environment. Responsibilities include maintaining food safety standards, overseeing food storage, and ensuring cleanliness. Join our team to make a positive impact on the lives of our residents and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan with company match

Employee Assistance Program

Accident insurance policies

Qualifications

• At least one year of job-related experience including food preparation and menu item production.
• Culinary apprenticeship or training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares food items using standardized recipes in a timely manner.
• Monitors food items to ensure quality and safety standards.

Skills

Food Preparation

Attention to Detail

Sanitation Practices

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Food Services Sanitation Certificate

Job description

About Arvum Senior Living

Arvum Senior Living, proudly part of the Discovery Senior Living family of operating companies, manages care- and lifestyle-focused Assisted Living and Memory Care communities throughout the Midwest in Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, and Wisconsin . Our company, which was built on our “Pillars of Excellence,” employs hundreds of vital Team Members and is committed to providing a positive work environment and culture that recognizes their value in providing excellent care for our residents. Looking for a Full-Time Cook 11am-7pm.

Prep Cook Responsibilities:

• Prepares food items using standardized recipes in a timely manner.
• Determines food and supplies needed and coordinates meal production with serving hours.
• Monitors all food items to see that at least the minimum guidelines for temperature, taste, and quality are upheld at all times.
• Ensures the proper preparation, portioning, and serving of foods as indicated on the menu cycle and standardized recipes. Tastes and prepares food to determine quality.
• Maintains or exceeds standards of appearance, cleanliness, hygiene, and health standards.
• Practices all safety and loss prevention procedures.
• Oversees food storage; checks labels and dates.
• Completes cleaning duties.
• Follows all local, state, and federal policies regarding food handling.
• Maintains food safety equipment records and food safety temperature records.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One (1) year job related experience including food preparation, full-line menu items and therapeutic diets.
• Culinary apprenticeship or training preferred.
• Food Services Sanitation Certificate.

Benefits:

In addition to a rewarding career and competitive salary, Arvum offers a comprehensive benefit package.

Eligible team members are offered a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, paid time off and paid holidays. Team members are eligible to participate in our outstanding 401(k) plan with company match our Employee Assistance Program and accident insurance policies.

_ If having a direct impact on the lives of others is appealing to you, apply today and join our team!_

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