Cook ($20-22/hr.)

12 Oaks Senior Living; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

12 Oaks Senior Living in Kansas is seeking a reliable cook to prepare nutritious meals for residents, following planned menus and standardized portions. The role requires efficient kitchen organization to ensure meals are served on time and the dining area remains clean.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, at least two years cooking for large groups, and familiarity with food safety rules. Experience with special diets (low sodium, diabetic, vegetarian) is preferred.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience as a cook for large groups.
• Ability to follow planned menus and standardized portions.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations in food prep.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and serves meals per planned menus and approved substitutions.
• Ensures meals are served on schedule and kitchen tasks are organized.
• Maintains clean, sanitary food service areas and follows sanitation checklists.
• Monitors resident meal preferences and reports issues to supervisors.

Skills

Cook skills

Food preparation

Health & safety know-how

Time management

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Cook prepares and serves nutritious, attractive meals and maintains the cleanliness of the food production and service areas. The ideal candidate has demonstrated skills as a cook and can prepare a wide range of foods skillfully while following the rules and regulations related to health and safety in food preparation.Primary Duties & Responsibilities:Prepares and serves meals as indicated on planned menus using standardized portion sizes and approved substitutionsEnsures that meals are served at scheduled times, planning and organizing food preparation tasks appropriatelyCompletes all clean-up duties as needed after each meal serviceFollows cleaning schedules and sanitation checklists to ensure kitchen and food service areas are maintained in a clean and sanitary conditionEnsures that resident, staff, and guest meals are accounted for according to established proceduresEnsures that resident food preferences are metObserves and reports to the Director of Food Service or Executive Director any problems, concerns, or issues regarding the Food Service DepartmentPerforms other duties as assignedQualifications & Physical Requirements:Must demonstrate successful employment as a cookMust be able to prepare and serve a wide range of foods skillfullyMust be able to regularly lift up to 30 pounds, to occasionally lift more than 50 pounds, and to spend long periods of time standingMust have a working knowledge of the rules and regulations related to health and safety in food preparationMust be able to organize and use time appropriately to accomplish assigned tasks with minimal supervisionEducation & Experience:High School Diploma or GED requiredTwo or more years of experience cooking for large groups preferredExperience preparing special diets preferred, including low sodium, low cholesterol, diabetic, and vegetarianThis job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, skill, or working conditions required of a person in this position. I have read the above job description, understand the conditions set forth therein, and will perform these duties to the best of my ability.