Cook - Assisted Living

Prestige Senior Living; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in senior living is seeking a Cook to prepare and serve meals in accordance with dietary specifications and resident preferences. The ideal candidate will have cooking experience and a commitment to food safety. Join a team that values respect and integrity.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of cooking experience in a restaurant or similar environment.
• Must have required state certification or food service license.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, cooks, and serves food according to menu standards.
• Maintains a clean and safe work area.
• Ensures proper storage and labeling of food.

Skills

Cooking

Food Safety

Sanitary Practices

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

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Position Summary

The Cook prepares food in accordance with menus, diet specifications, resident preferences, and sanitary practices under the supervision of the Food and Nutrition Services Manager or Dining Services Manager.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Prepares, cooks, and serves food according to the menu and food and nutrition standards, including presentation, taste, and texture. Samples food for quality assurance prior to service.
2. Ensures foods are cooked and held at appropriate temperatures. Records food temperatures throughout the cooking and holding process.
3. Partners with supervisor to review menus and record necessary substitutions.
4. Ensures food supplies are available and prepared as needed for upcoming meals. Notifies supervisor of needed supplies.
5. Maintains a clean and safe work area, cleaning spills, and assisting in scheduled cleaning.
6. Ensures proper storage, rotation, preparation, and labeling of food according to federal, state, local guidelines, and company policy. Discards outdated food.
7. Partners with dietary staff to ensure equipment is functioning properly and at the correct temperature. Records equipment temperatures as needed. Reports faulty equipment immediately.
8. Follows fire safety, infection control, and hazardous chemical practices, reporting unsafe conditions promptly.
9. Assists in planning and preparing food services for special meals, events, and parties as needed.
10. Assists in storing incoming food and supplies.
11. Attends and participates in training, in-services, and staff meetings.
12. Performs other duties as assigned.

Company-Wide Responsibilities

1. Demonstrates core values of Respect, Integrity, Commitment, and Trust.
2. Supports a dignified and caring atmosphere with residents, families, visitors, and staff.
3. Protects privacy and confidentiality of residents, staff, and company information.
4. Maintains a safe working environment and practices safe habits.

Qualifications and Experience

Minimum of one year of cooking experience in a restaurant, hospital dietary department, or similar environment. General kitchen/dietary experience may be considered in lieu of direct cooking experience. Must have required state certification or food service license.

Education

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent through education, training, and experience.

At Prestige, we are committed to diversity and inclusion and are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, or other protected characteristics.