Cook

Esplanade at Palisades; Town of Orangetown (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off/sick time

401k

Job summary

Esplanade at Palisades in Palisades, NY, seeks a Working Chef to inspire resident meals in a senior housing setting. You will create nourishing menus and prepare meals for residents under the direction of the Regional Food Services Director.

We value at least one year of cooking experience, a food handler license if possible, and the ability to lead a diverse kitchen team in a fast-paced environment; this full-time, in-person role offers a 10-hour day shift, weekends, and benefits such as PTO

Qualifications

• 1 year of cooking experience required.
• Must be able to stand for long periods in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Food handler’s license/certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create nutritious and delicious meals for residents under the direction of the Regional Food Services Director.
• Ensure all meals follow the recipes provided by Amber Court Assisted Living.
• Lead a diverse kitchen team with a positive work atmosphere during high-pressure service times.

Skills

Cooking

Team leadership

Emotional awareness

Job description

Beautiful residential area, Senior Housing/ Assisted Living building located in Palisades, NY looking for a Working Chef to inspire resident meals.

Responsibilities:

• Creating/preparing nutritious and delicious meals for our residents under the direction of the Regional Food Services Director.

• Ensure all meals made follow the recipes provided by Amber Court Assisted Living.

• Food handler’s license/certification preferred.

• Preference given to those with Adult Care Facility experience.

• Salary range based on culinary experience and working with a residential senior population.

• Preferred 1 year of cooking experience.

• Lead a diverse kitchen team in a fast-paced environment, while promoting collaboration and respect amongst staff from varied backgrounds. Utilize emotional awareness to maintain a positive work atmosphere, effectively manage a team and support department morale during high-pressure service times.

Hours: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00

Benefits:

• Paid time off/sick time

• 401k

Shift:

• 10 Hour Shift

• Day shift

Shift availability:

• Saturday & Sunday

Work Location: In person (one site)

Working Conditions:

• Must be able to stand for long periods (up to 10 hours) and work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

• Requires frequent bending, lifting, and reaching.

• Exposure to hot surfaces, open flames, and sharp utensils.

• Must be able to tolerate exposure to varying temperatures, including walk-in refrigerators/freezers and warm kitchens.

• Work schedule may include weekends, holidays, and early morning or evening shifts based on resident needs.

Experience:

• Cooking: 1 year (Required)