Cook

Sunrise Senior Living; Huntington Station (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in senior living is seeking a dedicated Cook to join their team. In this role, you will utilize your culinary skills to prepare nutritious meals while ensuring food safety and quality standards are met. You'll have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with residents and contribute to a positive dining experience. This position offers a chance to grow within a supportive environment that values your contributions and provides ample benefits. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of others through food, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Plans

Retirement Savings Plans

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Reimbursement

Daily Pay

Sick Time and Holiday Pay

Qualifications

• One year of food preparation experience in a restaurant or similar environment.
• CPR and First Aid certifications are required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high standards for food taste and quality are upheld.
• Prepare and serve meals in a timely manner according to recipes.
• Maintain clean and organized kitchen and storage areas.

Skills

Food Preparation

Time Management

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Dish Machine

Cooking Equipment

Job description

When you join Sunrise Senior Living, you will be able to use your unique skills to empower residents to live longer, healthier, and happier lives. Not only will you build meaningful relationships with residents, their families, and team members alike, you will also gain joy in serving others and deep fulfillment in your work. Explore how you can follow your passions and shed light on meaningful ways to serve, grow, and shine together.

Sunrise Senior Living was again certified as a Great Place to Work by Activated Insights. This is the 7th time Sunrise has received this top culture and workplace designation, highlighting the special place Sunrise is to be a part of.

COMMUNITY NAME

Sunrise of Huntington

Job ID

2025-225998

JOB OVERVIEW

The Cook uses their knowledge and experience in food production to ensure the proper, timely, and safe preparation and service of food according to established recipes, while adhering to all food safety and sanitation requirements and maintaining a safe and orderly kitchen. Responsible to effectively manage all food production in the absence of the Dining Services Coordinator.

RESPONSIBILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS

Responsibilities:

1. Ensures high standards for food taste and quality are upheld at all times.
2. Prepares and serves meals in a timely manner and in accordance with established standardized recipes and menus.
3. Utilizes production sheets to accurately record food production quantities and cooking, holding, and cooling temperatures.
4. Prepares required dietary modifications as ordered.
5. Uses Sunrise systems per guidelines for order taking and meal delivery to ensure accuracy.
6. Stocks, rotates, dates, and stores product according to food safety standards and regulations.
7. Maintains clean and organized kitchen, storage, and work areas.
8. Completes assigned cleaning duties and ensures accuracy of daily and weekly cleaning logs.
9. Maintains accurate equipment logs and reports any issues promptly.
10. Maintains all cooking equipment in a safe and working order and reports any issues promptly.
11. Complies with OSHA/British Columbia Workers Compensation Act and Occupational Health and Safety Regulation requirements and Risk Management programs and policies, adheres to safety rules and regulations, and practices safety procedures at all times including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), fire extinguishers, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and Lockout Tagout procedures.
12. Responsible for performing other Dining Services duties when assigned by community leadership in the following areas, but not limited to:
13. Performs dishwashing tasks to properly wash and sanitize all dishes and china, silverware, glassware, utensils, and cookware.
14. Operates dish machine(s) according to manufacturer instructions.
15. Performs light janitorial duties, including but not limited to sweeping work areas, sanitizing production areas, and emptying trash.
16. Cleans assigned kitchen equipment, including but not limited to stoves, ovens, fryers, microwaves, mixers, slicers, refrigerators, freezers, worktables, prep sinks, ice makers, coffee machines, hoods, and ventilation screens.
17. Assists with service in the dining areas as needed.

Collaboration, Engagement, and Team Success

1. Actively participates and commits to working toward team goals.
2. Demonstrates our Team Member Credo in daily interactions.
3. Commits to serving our residents and guests through our Principles of Service.
4. Contributes to the overall engagement programs for both residents and team members.
5. Attends regular meetings; Town Hall, Department Team, Cross Over, and others as directed by the Dining Services Coordinator (DSC).
6. Maintains compliance in assigned required training and all training required by state/province or other regulating authorities as applicable to this role to ensure that Sunrise standards are always met.

Qualifications:

1. One (1) year job related experience including food preparation in a restaurant, hotel, or other similar environment.
2. High School Diploma/GED.
3. Maintain the following certifications and ongoing training and re-education as required by Sunrise and regulations and laws as applicable:
4. CPR Certificate and First Aid Certificate.
5. ServSafe Manager Certificate.
6. Local Health Department Food Handler Card.
7. Prior culinary apprenticeship or training a plus.
8. Written and verbal skills for effective communication.
9. Strong organizational and time management skills.
10. Demonstrates good judgment, problem solving, and decision-making skills.
11. Ability to handle multiple priorities.

ABOUT SUNRISE

Ready to take the next step and make a bigger impact than you ever imagined? As part of our team, you will help brighten the future for everyone at Sunrise and beyond. That is why we make it a priority to celebrate the unique ways you bring moments of togetherness and joy to everyone you serve. And when combined with the support, benefits, and growth opportunities we offer, the result is a career that PositivelyShines with everything you need to reach your goals – at work and in your life.

We also offer benefits and other compensation that include:

1. Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Plans
2. Retirement Savings Plans
3. Employee Assistant Program / Discount Program
4. Paid time off (PTO), sick time, and holiday pay
5. Daily Pay offered to get paid within hours of a shift (offered in the U.S. only)
6. Tuition Reimbursement
7. In addition to base compensation, Sunrise may offer discretionary and/or non-discretionary bonuses. The eligibility to receive such a bonus will depend on the employee’s position, plan/program offered by Sunrise at the time, and required performance pursuant to the plan/program.
8. Some benefits have eligibility requirements.

_Apply today to learn why Sunrise Senior Living is a certified Great Place to Work_

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

Sunrise considers the health and safety of its residents, family members, and team members to be one of its highest priorities. Employment with Sunrise is conditioned on completing and passing a drug test (which does not include marijuana), participating in testing requirements (e.g. Tuberculosis Test, Physical Evaluation). Covid-19 and Influenza vaccination is only required to the extent mandated by applicable federal, state, and local laws and authorities.

COMPENSATION DISCLAIMER

Selected candidates will be offered competitive compensation based on geographic location of community/office, skills, experience, qualifications, and certifications/licenses (where applicable).

Location : Name _Sunrise of Huntington_

Type _Part-Time_

_Location : Address_ _300 West Hills Rd_

_Location : City_ _Huntington Station_

_Location : State/Province (Full Name)_ _New York_

Salary Range _USD $18.50 - USD $23.25 /Hr._

Variable Compensation _Overtime Eligible_

Sunrise Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.