Cook

The Ohio Masonic Communities; Medina (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Cook to join their team in Medina, Ohio. In this role, you will prepare delicious meals for residents, ensuring quality and safety standards are met. This position offers a supportive work environment where your culinary skills can shine. With a focus on providing exceptional care, you will play a vital role in enhancing the dining experience for residents. Join a team that values its members and offers a variety of benefits, including a sign-on bonus and educational assistance. Start your rewarding journey today!

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Paid-Time-Off (PTO)

Extended Illness Reserve

Paid Holidays

HOPE Emergency Financial Assistance

Life Insurance

Education Assistance

Discounted Tuition

403(b) Retirement Plan Participation

Early Wage Access

Qualifications

• 1-3 months of related experience or equivalent education required.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation requirements is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare hot foods for residents' meals and special events.
• Ensure food quality and safety meet state and federal guidelines.

Skills

Short-order cooking

Food safety knowledge

Food production knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

ServSafe certification

Job description

The Ohio Masonic Communities includes Browning Masonic Community in Waterville, Ohio, Springfield Masonic Community in Springfield, Ohio, and Western Reserve Masonic Community in Medina, Ohio, as well as The Ohio Masonic Communities Foundation and The Ohio Masonic Communities Resource Center. Our history is rooted in the Masonic values of service and charity. We live these values by serving as a trusted partner to help our communities thrive. Many of our residents and staff have Masonic connections, but it is never required.

We believe in providing the best-in-class care and services to our communities. We strive to be an Employer of Choice and an Organization of Choice. Our team members provide our residents with the best care possible, and we believe the key to that is treating our team members to the best.

To treat you to the best while you provide our residents with the best care, we offer a variety of benefits. Many of these are offered to both full-time and part-time team members.

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance (with many preventative prescriptions made at 100%)
• Paid-Time-Off (PTO) of up to 136 hours in the first year
• Extended Illness Reserve
• Paid Holidays (including a Floating Holiday)
• HOPE Emergency Financial Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Up to $5000 of Education Assistance per year
• Discounted Tuition with partnered schools, including Hondros College of Nursing
• 403(b) Retirement Plan Participation with Match
• Early Wage Access – Work today, get paid tomorrow
• And more!

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

We are ready to welcome you to our team! Browse our current career opportunities to start your journey with us and see the possibilities for where your career could grow with us!

Full-Time Sign-On Bonus $1000!

Part-Time Sign-On Bonus $500!

Summary:

The Cook prepares hot foods for our residents’ meals, daily specials, and special events. Determines the quantity of food items to prepare and ensures that temperatures, appearance, portion control, and quality are in accordance with state and federal guidelines.

• Prepares bulk foods for cooking

• Cooks food on commercial kitchen equipment, using processes such as baking, frying, sautéing, boiling, and grilling, following standardized recipes.

• Assists with and prepares catering items regularly.

• Determines the quantity of food items to prepare by following production sheets and menus.

• Regularly cleans the production area and kitchen equipment.

• Ensures that temperatures, appearance, portion control, and quality meet state and federal guidelines.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED; or 1-3 months’ related experience/training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Experience with short-order cooking in a fast-paced environment preferred.

• Knowledge of food and food production, ability to cook in a commercial kitchen, knowledge of food safety and sanitation requirements.

• ServSafe certification or equivalent food service sanitation certification preferred.

After submitting your application, you will receive an email and text invitation from our trusted partner, Arena, to complete a brief 3-5 minute questionnaire. Please complete this step as part of your application, as it helps us learn more about you.