Cook

All American Assisted Living at Coram; Coram (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Employee referral program

Paid training

Retention incentives

Flexible scheduling

Team environment

Meaningful work

Job summary

All American Assisted Living at Coram in New York is seeking a dedicated cook to prepare high-quality meals for residents. You will follow established menus, recipes, and dietary requirements while upholding food safety standards.

Join a team-oriented kitchen that supports older adults daily, with opportunities for professional growth, paid training, and benefits. This role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and compassion in serving residents.

Qualifications

• Experience cooking in meals for residents or similar settings.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to follow established menus and recipes.
• Ability to accommodate dietary needs.
• Strong organization and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to menus and production schedules.
• Ensure meals meet quality and presentation standards.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and kitchen safety practices.
• Assist with receiving, storing, and maintaining food supplies.
• Collaborate with Dining Services staff to support meal service.
• Complete additional kitchen duties as assigned.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food safety

Menu following

Dietary accommodations

Time management

Job description

Compensation:

About the Community

Join our team and make a meaningful difference in the daily lives of older adults.

In this role, you will prepare high-quality meals for our residents while following established menus, recipes, dietary requirements, and food safety standards. This is a great opportunity for a cook who enjoys a team-oriented kitchen and wants to make a meaningful difference in the daily lives of older adults.

Benefits

• Medical insurance for eligible employees
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off for eligible employees
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Employee referral program
• Paid training
• Retention incentives
• Flexible scheduling where available
• Supportive and team-oriented work environment
• Meaningful work serving older adults

What You'll Do

• Prepare and cook meals according to established recipes, menus, and production schedules
• Ensure meals are prepared on time and meet quality and presentation standards
• Follow food safety, sanitation, infection-control, and kitchen safety requirements
• Prepare meals that accommodate residents’ dietary needs, restrictions, and preferences
• Review menus and production sheets before meal preparation
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen
• Properly label, date, rotate, and store food and ingredients
• Monitor food temperatures and complete required documentation
• Assist with receiving, storing, and maintaining food supplies
• Monitor inventory and notify the supervisor when supplies are needed
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and properly
• Work closely with Dining Services staff to support smooth meal service
• Assist with special events, holiday meals, and resident programs as needed
• Complete additional kitchen and food service duties as assigned

What We're Looking For

• Previous cooking experience in a restaurant, healthcare, senior living, or similar food service environment
• Knowledge of food preparation, sanitation, and food safety practices
• Ability to follow recipes, menus, and production schedules
• Ability to prepare meals for individuals with different dietary needs
• Strong organization and time-management skills}