Cook

Milestone Retirement Communities; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in senior living is now hiring a part-time Cook for weekend shifts. This role involves preparing meals according to resident preferences and ensuring compliance with food safety standards, while supporting the culinary team to maintain high-quality service.

Benefits

Minimum Essential Coverage medical plan

Vision and dental plans

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401(k) with auto-enrollment

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience in food service required.
• Obtain Food Handlers Permit as required by state regulation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the Director of Culinary Service in planning and directing activities.
• Maintain food temperatures and compliance with food safety standards.
• Foster teamwork and assist colleagues beyond job responsibilities.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Teamwork

Food Safety Practices

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details Job Location: Oklahoma City, OK Salary Range: $15.00 - $15.50 Hourly Description

Now Hiring Cook! Part Time 10 AM to 6 PM Sat & Sun

Benefits:

• FT Equivalent Employees (30+ hours) will be offered:
  • Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) medical plan and vision and dental plans to begin the first of the month following 60 days after the hire date.
  • Voluntary insurance options will also be available including long-term disability, short-term disability, accidental death & dismemberment, critical illness, accident insurance, hospital indemnity, whole life, and voluntary life.
• All employees full-time and part-time are eligible for:
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 401(k) –Auto-enrollment after 6 months of hire at 3%

This position works under the Director, Culinary Service, and supports all activities of the Culinary Service Department and Dining Room. The position is responsible for the quality of meals served, quality of service delivery during meal service, and for compliance with special diets offered by the community.

Responsibilities:

• Support the Director of Culinary Service with planning, directing, controlling, communicating, and coaching in the Culinary Service Department.
• Respond to resident likes and dislikes maintaining high resident satisfaction. Ensure that all foods are prepared to satisfaction of residents and in accordance with safe food handling practices.
• Maintain food temperatures and time controls during storage, production, and serving according to required food safety standards.
• Circulate in the dining room to ascertain resident preferences and satisfaction with meals.
• Maintain a clean kitchen and dining area.
• Foster teamwork with co-workers, show initiative in overcoming obstacles, take actions to assist others beyond job responsibilities and have a positive impact on co-workers, residents, and visitors.
• Perform other duties as assigned or needed.

Requirements:

• Must have compassion for and desire to work with seniors!
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum one year of experience in food service required.
• Minimum three years experience in food service preferred.
• Obtain Food Handlers Permit (as required by state regulation).
• Possess Strong written and verbal communication with personnel
• Community relations skills are essential.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check and drug test.

Apply with your resume TODAY to schedule your interview for this exciting opportunity!

**Please DO NOT include the date of your graduation, if applicable on your resume or application. Thank you!**

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