Cook

Appone; Yucaipa (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accrue vacation and sick time starting

401(k) after 90 days with match

Education reimbursement

Early access pay options

Wellness resources

Career growth through training

Job summary

Appone in California is seeking a Cook to support meal preparation, service, and cleanliness for our senior living residents. You will prepare meals under supervision and maintain a welcoming dining environment with attention to nutrition and presentation.

The role requires teamwork, strong organization, and the ability to read, write, and speak English with residents and staff. A food handler permit and background check are required where applicable.

Qualifications

• Formally trained in the culinary arts or equivalent experience as a cook.
• Willingness to learn and work within a team environment.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Food handler permit or ability to obtain one as required by state regulations.
• Excellent reading, writing and speaking English with residents and coworkers.

Responsibilities

• Prep and prepare meals under guidance of Dining Services Director.
• Ensure meals are nutritious, appealing, and well presented.
• Help orient and schedule new team members with the director.
• Greet elders, families, visitors, and team members warmly.
• Maintain clean, safe, and orderly work areas and equipment.
• Adhere to infection control and foodborne illness prevention procedures.

Skills

Team player

Organizational skills

English literacy

Accommodation flexible

Background check

Education

Culinary arts training

Job description

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

COOK

join us on our mission to create a senior living revolution where compassion meets innovation!

Who We Are

We are a company built upon a common belief that senior living communities can and should be places of vibrancy and life. We honor, recognize, and empower the extraordinary team members on this journey with us knowing we are making the world of elderhood better together. Our individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, unique capabilities, and talent are significant to our culture, resident experience, and achievements!

What You’ll do

The Cook is responsible for meal preparation, delivery, and cleanliness under appropriate health department regulations. This position assists in maintaining a positive physical and social environment for the elders.

As a Cook, you can expect a range of responsibilities and tasks. Here are some general expectations:

• You will prep and prepare meals under the guidance of the Dining Services Director.
• You will ensure meals are prepared in a nutritional, appetizing fashion and presented attractively.
• You will help the Dining Services Director orient new team members and schedule.
• You will greet elders, families, visitors, and team members, creating a friendly, positive environment.
• You will ensure equipment is maintained and work areas are clean, safe, and orderly.
• You will adhere to procedures regarding infection control and foodborne illness prevention.

What You’ll Bring

• You will be formally trained in the culinary arts or have equivalent experience as a cook.
• You will bring a willingness to learn and work within a team environment.
• You will bring organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• You will have food handlers permit or be able to get one as required by state regulations.
• You will be willing to learn and work within a team environment.
• You will have good verbal communication and the ability to read, write, and speak English with residents and coworkers who only speak English.
• You will be able to pass a criminal background check.
• You will have the ability to perform job responsibilities with or without accommodation.

What We Offer

• Benefits for all team members, regardless of employment status:
  • Accrue vacation and sick time starting your first day!
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan after 90 days, with employer match after one year.
  • Financial wellness education program.
  • Wellness and Fitness Resources with savings discounts.
  • Early access pay options
  • Career growth through ongoing training programs and mentorship opportunities.
• Additional benefits for full-time team members
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Benefit options.
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program to support your emotional wellness.
  • Education reimbursement program.
  • $19.00/hour

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Division Wildwood Canyon Villa - Yucalpa, CA

Location Wildwood Canyon

About the Organization

We believe trusting relationships are a basic human need and the strongest foundation for caring for one another.
Our decisions are guided by goodness, loyalty, faith, and fun. This is our True North.
We create communities where elders, families, and employees are growing, teaching, and formulating new memories. Together we are discovering, experimenting, and contributing. We trust one another to do the right thing in the spirit of honor and love.

This position is currently accepting applications.