Cook

Lifespace Communities; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Parking

Free Uniforms

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

Flexible Holidays

Volunteer Day

Tuition Assistance and Scholarships

Unlimited Employee Referral Bonuses

Job summary

Lifespace Communities' Friendship Village of South Hills in Upper St Clair, PA, seeks a Prep Cook to support daily dining for residents. You will follow recipes, plate meals, coordinate production with service times, and help maintain food safety and sanitation.

Requirements include a high school diploma and at least one year as a prep cook; state certification in Safe Food Handling if available. We offer paid time off, uniforms, parking, and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year of experience as a prep cook or similar position.
• State Certified in Safe Food Handling and Sanitation if state certification program exists.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all food items per menu requirements following designated recipes.
• Prepare plates and garnish food items to be served to residents and guests.
• Coordinate food production with meal service hours while preserving quality, temperature, and appearance.
• Monitor food temperatures and use proper food storage techniques in accordance with state and local standards.
• Maintain work area in a safe and sanitary condition may include cleaning cooking equipment, and other areas of the kitchen as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

State Certified in Safe Food Handling and Sanitation

Job description

Community:

Friendship Village of South Hills

Address:

1290 Boyce RoadUpper St Clair, Pennsylvania 15241

Pay Range

$16.95-$23.31+ Hourly

Live your purpose. Grow your career. Thrive through teamwork. Create meaningful, personalized experiences.

At Lifespace, team members are at the center of delivering a purpose driven experience for our residents! We provide an environment where each team member can live their aspirations, developing in their career, making a difference, and being a part of a meaningful mission. Join our talented team of Cooks today!

What else is in it for you?

Free Parking

Free Uniforms

Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, Flexible Holidays and Volunteer Day
Tuition Assistance and Scholarships
Unlimited Employee Referral Bonuses

A few details about the role:

• Prepare all food items per menu requirements following designated recipes.
• Prepare plates and garnish food items to be served to residents and guests.
• Prepare food production to coordinate with meal service hours so that quality, temperature, and appearance of food are preserved.
• Ensure food safety by monitoring food temperatures and use proper food storage techniques in accordance with state and local standards.
• Maintain work area in a safe and sanitary condition may include cleaning cooking equipment, and other areas of the kitchen as assigned.

And here's what you need to apply:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year of experience as a prep cook or similar position.
• State Certified in Safe Food Handling and Sanitation if state certification program exists.

Lifespace has successfully served older adults for 50 years, and this is just the beginning. With new opportunities, continued growth, and the support from your Lifespace team members, get ready to ignite your life and experience Our Space.

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Lifespace Communities, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is one of the nation's largest nonprofit senior living organizations. For over 50 years, we have been dedicated to creating vibrant communities across the country where older adults are empowered to live their aspirations with purpose, independence, and peace of mind. Driven by a commitment to exceptional service, innovation, and meaningful connections, our team members work together to enrich the lives of our residents every day. At Lifespace, you'll find more than a career, you'll find an opportunity to make a lasting impact while growing professionally in a collaborative, mission-driven organization.

Equal Opportunity Employer