Cook

ALG Senior; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off & holidays

Professional development

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Southfork is seeking an experienced Cook to join our culinary team and provide nutritious, high-quality meals to residents in our senior living community. This role focuses on food preparation, meal service, and maintaining a sanitary kitchen environment.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, prior cooking experience in senior living, healthcare, or restaurant settings, and a passion for working with the elderly.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Previous cooking experience in a senior living, healthcare, or restaurant setting preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and regulations.
• Ability to follow recipes and meal plans.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Compassion for and a desire to work with the elderly.

Responsibilities

• Food Preparation: Prepare and cook meals according to menu plans, ensuring nutritional, appetizing meals and adherence to dietary requirements and resident preferences.
• Meal Service: Serve meals timely, maintaining quality, portion control, and presentation.
• Kitchen Maintenance: Maintain a clean, sanitary kitchen following safety procedures.
• Team Collaboration: Work with the Dietary Manager and kitchen staff; assist in training new staff.
• Inventory Control: Assist with inventory management and report shortages.
• Resident Engagement: Respond to special dietary requests and accommodate preferences.
• Regulatory Compliance: Adhere to health and safety regulations and sanitation practices.

Skills

Food preparation

Food safety standards

Recipe following

Time management

Compassion for elderly

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Are you passionate about preparing delicious meals that enhance the lives of seniors?

Southfork is seeking an experienced Cook to join our culinary team and provide nutritious, high-quality meals to residents at Southfork.

Why Join Southfork?

At Southfork, we foster a culture of compassion, leadership, and growth—for our residents and our team. We offer:

• Competitive salary

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Ongoing professional development opportunities

• Company-paid life insurance

• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Food Preparation: Prepare and cook meals according to menu plans, ensuring food is nutritious, appetizing, and prepared according to dietary requirements and resident preferences.

• Meal Service: Ensure meals are served in a timely manner, maintaining high standards of quality, portion control, and presentation.

• Kitchen Maintenance: Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen environment by following food safety and sanitation procedures. Ensure proper storage and handling of food supplies.

• Team Collaboration: Work closely with the Dietary Manager and kitchen staff to ensure smooth kitchen operations and quality service. Assist in training new kitchen staff as needed.

• Inventory Control: Assist with inventory management and help track food supplies. Report shortages or order needs to the Dietary Manager.

• Resident Engagement: Respond to special dietary requests and accommodate residents’ food preferences, ensuring satisfaction with meals served.

• Regulatory Compliance: Adhere to health and safety regulations, including safe food handling and proper sanitation practices.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)

• Previous cooking experience in a senior living, healthcare, or restaurant setting (preferred)

• Knowledge of food safety standards and regulations

• Ability to follow recipes and meal plans

• Strong organizational and time-management skills

• Compassion for and a desire to work with the elderly

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