Cook

Appone; Redmond (OR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

401(k) retirement plan

Wellness program

Early pay options

Career training & mentorship

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Juniper Springs Senior Living in Redmond, OR is seeking a Cook to prepare meals, maintain cleanliness, and support a positive dining environment for residents. You will work under the Dining Services Director, ensuring nutritious, well-presented meals and a welcoming atmosphere for elders and families.

The role requires formal culinary training or equivalent cook experience, teamwork, strong organization, and ability to obtain a state food handler permit.

Qualifications

• Formally trained in the culinary arts or equivalent cook experience.
• Willingness to learn and work in a team environment.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Food handler permit or ability to obtain one as required by state regulations.
• Good verbal communication with residents and coworkers who speak English.

Responsibilities

• Prep and prepare meals under the guidance of the Dining Services Director.
• Ensure meals are nutritional, appetizing, and attractively presented.
• Assist in orienting new team members and scheduling.
• Greet elders, families, visitors, and team members in a friendly environment.
• Maintain equipment and keep work areas clean, safe, and orderly.
• Adhere to infection control and foodborne illness prevention procedures.

Skills

Culinary training

Team player

Multitasking

Food handler permit

English proficiency

Background check

Accommodation

Job description

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

COOK, join us on our mission to create a senior living revolution where compassion meets innovation!

Who We Are

We are a company built upon a common belief that senior living communities can and should be places of vibrancy and life. We honor, recognize, and empower the extraordinary team members on this journey with us knowing we are making the world of elderhood better together. Our individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, unique capabilities, and talent are significant to our culture, resident experience, and achievements!

What You’ll do

The Cook is responsible for meal preparation, delivery, and cleanliness under appropriate health department regulations. This position assists in maintaining a positive physical and social environment for the elders.

As a Cook, you can expect a range of responsibilities and tasks. Here are some general expectations:

• You will prep and prepare meals under the guidance of the Dining Services Director.
• You will ensure meals are prepared in a nutritional, appetizing fashion and presented attractively.
• You will help the Dining Services Director orient new team members and schedule.
• You will greet elders, families, visitors, and team members, creating a friendly, positive environment.
• You will ensure equipment is maintained and work areas are clean, safe, and orderly.
• You will adhere to procedures regarding infection control and foodborne illness prevention.

What You’ll Bring

• You will be formally trained in the culinary arts or have equivalent experience as a cook.
• You will bring a willingness to learn and work within a team environment.
• You will bring organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• You will have food handlers permit or be able to get one as required by state regulations.
• You will be willing to learn and work within a team environment.
• You will have good verbal communication and the ability to read, write, and speak English with residents and coworkers who only speak English.
• You will be able to pass a criminal background check.
• You will have the ability to perform job responsibilities with or without accommodation.

What We Offer

• Benefits for all team members, regardless of employment status:
  • Accrue vacation and sick time starting your first day!
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan after 90 days, with employer match after one year.
  • Financial wellness education program.
  • Wellness and Fitness Resources with savings discounts.
  • Early access pay options
  • Career growth through ongoing training programs and mentorship opportunities.
• Additional benefits for full-time team members
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Benefit options.
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program to support your emotional wellness.
  • Education reimbursement program.

This position is currently accepting applications.

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Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time and/or Part-Time

Division Juniper Springs Senior Living - Redmond, OR - JN

Location Juniper Springs Senior Living - JN

About the Organization We believe trusting relationships are a basic human need and the strongest foundation for caring for one another.

Our decisions are guided by goodness, loyalty, faith, and fun. This is our True North.

We create communities where elders, families, and employees are growing, teaching, and formulating new memories. Together we are discovering, experimenting, and contributing. We trust one another to do the right thing in the spirit of honor and love.