Cook

Center Management Group; Town of Carmel (NY); On-site; USD 28,929 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent health benefits

Great work environment

PTO

Sick leave

Job summary

A leading assisted living facility in the Town of Carmel is seeking a skilled Cook to join an exceptional team-oriented environment. This full-time position offers a competitive salary of $21-23 per hour and includes fantastic health benefits, PTO, and sick leave. Candidates should have 2+ years of food service experience and be at least 21 years old. Responsibilities include food preparation, ensuring meal presentation, and supervising kitchen staff. The position requires flexibility in hours, including some weekends.

Qualifications

• At least 21 years of age.
• 2+ years of experience in food service preparation.
• Pre-employment physical, drug screen & background required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth operation of dining services.
• Prepare food that is palatable and appetizing.
• Responsible for kitchen equipment.
• Supervise serving staff.

Skills

Food preparation

Supervision

Adaptability

Education

Certificate from accredited culinary school

Job description

The Plaza at Clovel Lake is an exceptional team‑oriented facility looking to hire for the Cook Position. We thrive on making our residents and staff as comfortable and happy as possible. We provide our team with everything necessary to help you succeed and grow! Come join us and turn your work dreams into reality.

Salary: $21-23/hr

Whats in it for you as a Cook

• Excellent health benefits
• Great work environment
• PTO
• Sick leave

We are looking for a cook to join our team at our assisted living. 40 hours per week. No late nights. Opportunities to learn & grow with us.

Qualifications As a Cook

• Must be at least 21 years of age. Certificate degree from an accredited culinary school preferred. At least 2+ years experience in food services preparation and supervision.
• The Cook oversees the smooth operation of dining services inclusive of preparation of meals, general food handling, storage, and meal delivery.
• The Cook must ensure that food is presentable and meets the nutritional needs, preferences and requests of the general resident population.
• Pre employment physical, drug screen & background required.
• Ability to adapt and take on all responsibilities of the Cook role.

General Tasks

• Ensures that dining services proceed smoothly.
• Prepare food that is palatable and appetizing in appearance.
• Avoid food waste and observe resident plate waste.
• Responsible for care of kitchen equipment.
• Follows standard recipes and menus, making frequent independent decisions relative to type of meal to be served and method of preparation.
• General supervision of serving staff.

Hours vary, morning and afternoon/evening. Some weekend availability required. Job Type: Full‑time