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Senior living; Lake Stevens (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Retirement Plan

Length of Service Bonus

Employee Referral Bonus

Access to earned wages

Generous PTO

Career Development

Scheduling system

Affordable Medical/Dental/Vision

Discount Marketplace

Wellness rewards

Job summary

Sinceri Senior Living is seeking a Kitchen/Food Services role to support the Food Services Director in meal preparation, ordering, and sanitation for residents. The position emphasizes positive resident interaction and adherence to health regulations within a caring, team-focused environment.

The role requires culinary training or equivalent experience, reliable attendance, and the ability to work with residents, families, and staff.

Qualifications

• Culinary arts training or equivalent experience preferred.
• Able to relate positively to residents and staff.
• Good communication with residents, families, and vendors.
• Reliable attendance and ability to meet health requirements.
• Food Handlers Permit as required by state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in scheduling staff and orienting new hires.
• Prepare and deliver nutritious meals and snacks for residents.
• Maintain cleanliness and comply with health regulations.
• Assist in ensuring residents' rights and safety.

Skills

Culinary arts

Resident relations

Communication

Teamwork

Attendance reliability

Education

Culinary arts training or equivalent

Job description

Why You Should Work With Us:

As a Sinceri Senior Living company, we are a fun loving, employee-centric community like no other! Maybe that’s why we have been certified by our employees as a Great Place to Work ® for our 7th Year in a row. Create your healthcare career with us and learn about all the career growth opportunities we offer.

Have we sparked your interest yet?

Sinceri Senior living is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

Minors must be at least 16 years of age to be employed by Sinceri Senior Living.

Candidates submitted by unsolicited 3rd party recruiters will not be considered.

Perks and Benefits*:

• Earn up to 1%wage increase every quarter
• 401KRetirement Plan with Safe Harbor matching contribution
• Length ofService Bonus Program of up to $5,000
• EmployeeReferral Bonus of up to $1,000
• Access toearned wages prior to payday
• Generous PTOPlan
• CareerDevelopment
• An employeeengaged scheduling system
• AffordableMedical, Dental, Vision, Supplemental Benefits
• Sinceri SeniorLiving Discount Marketplace
• WalkingSpreerewards for healthy habits

Oh, and did we mention an amazing Team Environment?

*Some benefits may vary depending on position andemployment status

Purpose:

Under the direction of the Food Services Director, help to manage the operation of the Food Services Department. Including food ordering and accountability, preparation, food delivery and cleanliness in accordance with appropriate health department regulations. Assist in maintaining a positive physical and social environment for the residents.

Minimum Eligibility Requirements:

• Culinary arts training or equivalent experience in the culinary arts preferred.
• Must be able to relate positively to residents and families, and to work cooperatively with other employees and vendors.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with Residents, families, staff, community officials, referral sources and the general public.
• Must be capable of maintaining regular, reliable attendance.
• Must meet all state health requirements.
• Obtain Food Handlers Permit (as required by state regulations).
• Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities (Essential Job Functions) with or without reasonable accommodation.

Essential Functions:

• Help Food Services Director schedule staff. Assist in orienting new staff. Ensure equipment is maintained and work areas are clean, safe and orderly. Strictly adhere to procedures regarding infection control, food-borne illness prevention, harmful chemical handling, fire, safety and sanitation, promptly addressing any transgression.
• Ensure food is prepared in a nutritional, appetizing fashion, and presented in an attractive manner. See that appropriate snacks are available to residents with special dietary needs. Ensure all utensils, dishes, equipment, and work areas are cleaned properly and in a timely manner. Store food properly.
• Attend all required in-service training.
• Ensure compliance and understanding of all regulations regarding residents’ rights.