Cook

Autumn Woods; Town of West Seneca, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Weekly or Same-Day Pay Options

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Retirement Saving Options

Job summary

Seneca Health Care Center in West Seneca, NY, is seeking a Cook to prepare nutritious meals for residents and support a safe, efficient kitchen. The role offers a shift from 6:30 am to 6:30 pm with full-time status and a pay range of $17.60–$20.13 per hour based on experience.

Join a facility part of The McGuire Group, known for quality care across New York State. The team emphasizes compassion, collaboration, and professional growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; Culinary School graduate preferred.
• 6 months working in a kitchen.
• Knowledge of therapeutic diets, modified food consistencies, portion control, and food safety practices preferred.
• Familiarity with HACCP regulations and safe food handling procedures preferred.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and customer service skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality standards.
• Commitment to providing excellent service to residents, families, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve menu items according to production sheets, standardized recipes, therapeutic diets, and modified food consistencies.
• Ensure proper food handling, portion control, storage, labeling, dating, and temperature monitoring in accordance with food safety regulations.
• Assist with inventory management, stocking, and proper storage of food and supplies.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen while following infection control, sanitation, and safety procedures.
• Prepare meals for special events and functions as needed.
• Monitor kitchen equipment and report hazards, maintenance concerns, accidents, or incidents.
• Provide guidance and oversight to Dietary Aides in the absence of supervisory staff.
• Support quality improvement initiatives and maintain compliance with facility policies and procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Customer service

Fast-paced environment

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Culinary School graduate preferred

Job description

• Pay or shift range: $17.60 USD to $20.13 USD
  The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, shift, benefit selection or other job-related reasons.

Description

Cook
Rate: $17.60- $20.13/hour (depending on experience)
Shift: Full-Time
Schedule: 6:30 am - 10:30 am & 10:30 am - 6:30 pm

Seneca Health Care Center is looking to add a Cook to its team. In this role, you’ll prepare nutritious, high-quality meals that support resident health and satisfaction while helping maintain a safe and efficient kitchen environment. If you enjoy cooking and take pride in serving others, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Located in West Seneca, NY, Seneca Health Care Center is proud to be part of The McGuire Group, a recognized leader in skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and long-term care services throughout New York State. Recognized with a CMS 4-Star Overall Rating, Seneca is committed to delivering exceptional care in a welcoming and supportive environment. Our team is passionate about building meaningful connections with residents while fostering a culture of collaboration, compassion, and professional growth. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a difference every day.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare and serve menu items according to production sheets, standardized recipes, therapeutic diets, and modified food consistencies
• Ensure proper food handling, portion control, storage, labeling, dating, and temperature monitoring in accordance with food safety regulations
• Assist with inventory management, stocking, and proper storage of food and supplies
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen while following infection control, sanitation, and safety procedures
• Prepare meals for special events and functions as needed
• Monitor kitchen equipment and report hazards, maintenance concerns, accidents, or incidents
• Provide guidance and oversight to Dietary Aides in the absence of supervisory staff
• Support quality improvement initiatives and maintain compliance with facility policies and procedures

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum education requirement: High School Diploma or equivalent; Culinary School graduate preferred
• Minimum experience requirement: 6 months working in a kitchen
• Knowledge of therapeutic diets, modified food consistencies, portion control, and food safety practices preferred
• Familiarity with HACCP regulations and safe food handling procedures preferred
• Strong communication, teamwork, and customer service skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality standards
• Commitment to providing excellent service to residents, families, and staff

BENEFITS:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) for Full-Time and Part-Time
• Weekly or Same-Day Pay Options
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Retirement Saving Options

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better.

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