Cook

Arbor Village Inc; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wages

Health Insurance (for those eligible)

401k (with company match)

Paid Time Off

Education Assistance

Longevity Bonuses

Job summary

Arbor Village, part of Cascade Living Group, is seeking a Cook to join a team dedicated to nourishing residents with nutritious meals and building relationships.

You'll work in an institution-style kitchen, following diets such as mechanical, pureed, finger food and renal, while maintaining safety, cleanliness and on-time performance. Shifts include Day and Swing with weekend availability.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in nutrition, food preparation, safe food handling techniques and food service management.
• Experience in institutional cooking including mechanical, pureed, finger food and renal diets.
• Reliable transportation and dependable punctuality.
• Compassionate individuals who represent the community well.
• Quick learner able to master various kitchen equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment with proper food distribution and storage.
• Ensure all special dietary needs are met.
• Work in a team environment with clear communication.
• Contribute to quality of life for residents by maintaining high quality and consistency.
• Demonstrate organizational skills around time management.
• Promote the mission, values and beliefs of Cascade Living.

Skills

Nutrition experience

Food preparation

Food safety handling

Food service management

Job description

As a Cook at Arbor Village, you’ll be working in a team environment with new challenges every day. Unlike other cooking positions in hospitality (restaurants, hotels, resorts), in this role you’ll have the opportunity to build life-long relationships serving our residents the nutritious meals that keep them thriving every day.

What we look for in a Cook:

• 2+ years’ experience in nutrition, food preparation, safe food handling techniques and food service management
• Experience working in institutional cooking including mechanical, pureed, finger food and renal diets
• Reliable transportation and dependable when it comes to showing up on time

• Compassionate individuals who will represent our community in a positive and professional manner

• Quick learner who is able to master working with various types of equipment

What you can expect to do as a Cook:

• Responsible for maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment, including properly distributing and storing away food
• Ensure all special dietary needs are met
• Work in a team environment where communication is key
• Make a significant contribution to the quality of life our residents by maintaining the highest possible quality and consistency
• Demonstrate organizational skills around time management

• Promote the mission, values and beliefs of Cascade Living

Position Requirements:

• Food Workers Card

$20.50 - $22.50/hour
*Depending on Experience

Job Type:

• Full Time and Part Time
• Day Shift
• Swing Shift
• Weekend Availability Required

Cascade Living Group Benefit Offerings:

• Competitive Wages
• Career Pathways
• Health Insurance (for those eligible)
• Voluntary Benefits (Disability, Accident, Life)
• Flexible Pet Insurance for cats and dogs
• 401k (with company match)
• Payroll advances on earned wages
• Perks at Work Discount Program
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Education Assistance
• Longevity Bonuses

Cascade Living Group is committed to the quality of life around us as individuals and as a company. You'll find that we're different as our focus is to create a culture of wellness and purposeful living for both residents and employees alike. This is why our motto is:

The Difference Between Living and Living Well...

Arbor Village (Independent and Assisted Living and Memory Care) provides care for residents and their families coming from all over the region. We invite you to learn more about us at:

https://www.cascadeliving.com/community/arbor-village/

Cascade Living Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All offers of employment are conditioned on passing a background check.

If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability during the application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at 360-979-0149 or [e-mail].