Cook

Viva Senior Living at Oakwood; Zachary (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Viva Senior Living at Oakwood in Zachary, LA is seeking a skilled Cook to join our kitchen team. You will prepare and cook menu items, maintain high cleanliness and safety standards, and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

You will collaborate with staff, handle inventory, and adapt to menu changes and dietary requests, including weekends and holidays. This role emphasizes quality, attention to detail, and teamwork, with opportunities to contribute to resident dining experiences.

Qualifications

• Must have experience as a cook or in a similar role.
• Knowledge of cooking methods, kitchen equipment, and food safety standards.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexibility to work weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes and quality standards.
• Ensure all food is prepared in a timely manner and presented attractively.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and workstations.
• Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Assist with inventory management and restocking supplies as needed.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure smooth operation during service hours.
• Adapt to menu changes and special dietary requests.

Skills

Cooking methods

Food safety standards

Communication and teamwork

Multi-tasking

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Cook to join our team in Zachary, LA. The ideal candidate will be passionate about food preparation, maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety, and work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes and quality standards.
• Ensure all food is prepared in a timely manner and presented attractively.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and workstations.
• Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Assist with inventory management and restocking supplies as needed.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure smooth operation during service hours.
• Adapt to menu changes and special dietary requests.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a cook or in a similar role preferred.
• Knowledge of cooking methods, kitchen equipment, and food safety standards.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays.