Cook

Christian Care / Fellowship Square; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily pay option

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Paid time off and paid sick leave

403b matched retirement plan

Life insurance $15k paid by company

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Fellowship Square in Tucson, AZ is seeking a skilled Cook to join our culinary team. You will prepare nutritious meals for residents across Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Long-Term Care facilities, ensuring dietary needs and preferences are met.

The role emphasizes food safety, timely service, teamwork with dietary and dining staff, and high presentation standards. Minimum two years' institutional or restaurant cooking experience required; physical ability to lift 50 lbs and

Qualifications

• Experience in institutional or restaurant cooking with strong food-safety knowledge.
• Ability to plan menus considering dietary restrictions and preferences.
• Strong teamwork with kitchen, dietary and dining staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals per menu plans and resident dietary requirements.
• Follow health, safety, sanitation and storage guidelines.
• Assist in menu planning considering dietary needs and allergies.
• Ensure timely meal service with high presentation standards.
• Assist inventory control, ordering, and stock levels.
• Collaborate with dietary team, dining staff, and management.
• Keep kitchen clean and organized, including equipment and utensils.
• Adhere to safety regulations to maintain a safe work environment.
• Must lift at least 50 lbs and communicate in fluent English.
• Minimum two years of institutional or restaurant cooking experience.

Skills

Culinary skills

Menu planning

Food safety

Dietary accommodations

Team collaboration

English fluency

Education

Vocational/technical education

Course in food production, sanitation and safety

Job description

Fellowship Square is looking for a skilled and passionate Cook to join our culinary team and help provide exceptional dining experiences for our residents. In this role, you will prepare nutritious and flavorful meals for residents in our Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Long-Term Care dining facilities, ensuring that each dish meets dietary needs and personal preferences.

If you have a love for cooking and a desire to make a difference in the lives of seniors, we encourage you to apply and be part of our caring and dedicated team.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

• Prepare and cook meals according to menu plans and resident dietary requirements.
• Ensure food is prepared in accordance with health and safety guidelines, including proper food storage and sanitation practices.
• Assist in menu planning, taking into consideration residents' dietary preferences, allergies, and medical needs.
• Ensure timely meal service for residents, maintaining a high standard of presentation.
• Assist with inventory control, ordering supplies, and maintaining kitchen stock levels.
• Work collaboratively with the dietary team, dining staff, and management to ensure smooth meal service.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen, including equipment and utensils.
• Adhere to safety and health regulations to ensure a safe work environment.
• Have at least two years of institutional cooking or restaurant cooking experience.
• Course in food production, sanitation, and safety preferred.
• Vocational or technical education desirable.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.
• Must understand, speak, read, and write fluent English.
• Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs.

Benefits

• Daily pay option available.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and paid sick leave.
• 403b matched retirement plan.
• $15,000 Life insurance paid by company and option to purchase additional insurance.
• Employee assistance program and much more!

About Us

Fellowship Square is a non-profit Christian Care Community that has been offering affordable senior housing for over 40 years while enhancing the quality of life and independence of our residents.

As a company, we take great pride in delivering an exceptional living experience to our residents and fostering a warm, family-like environment for our team.

Fellowship Square Christian Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.