Cook (Assisted Living)

The DePaul Group; City of North Tonawanda (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading senior living community is seeking a part-time Cook to manage kitchen operations and ensure quality food service. The role involves supervising staff, adhering to safety standards, and providing excellent customer service to residents. Ideal candidates will have experience in food service and a commitment to creating a positive dining experience.

Benefits

403B with Employer Match

Employee Assistance Program

Staff Recognition Program

Employee Discount Program

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Two years experience in the food service industry preferred.
• Must have required annual TB testing and Health Assessment.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen and dining room services during shifts.
• Supervise Dietary Aides and ensure food safety practices.
• Prepare and serve meals as per dietary requirements.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation practices

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Cook (Assisted Living)

Job Locations

US-NY-North Tonawanda

Category

Senior Living

Type

Regular Part-Time

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Shift

Days

Department

Dietary

Corporation Name

DePaul Adult Care Communities (DACC) NY

Overview

Wheartfield Commins, a DePaul Senior Living Community is hiring a part-time 15 hour Cook to work the day shift.

The pay range for this opportunity is $17.00 - $17.30 per hour.

Why work for DePaul?

Make a positive difference in someone's life
• Supportive work environment
• We value diversity
• Opportunity for professional development and career advancement
• Excellent benefits and competitive wages

Responsibilities

Responsible for the overall function of kitchen and dining room services while on shift.
Creates an environment of respectful teamwork supervising and working alongside Dietary Aides to ensure the following.
* Food preparation / sanitation practices and policies are followed in a safe environment
* Residents are prepared and served the diet prescribed by their physicians in a friendly, customer service oriented manner.
Acts in a professional manner at all times; is a role model to other staff.
Completes other duties as assigned by the Dietary Director.

Qualifications

Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age, high school or GED preferred.
Two years experience in the food service industry preferred.
Must have the required annual Tuberculosis (TB) testing and Annual Health Assessment.
Must be aware of and apply the standards of sanitary food preparation.
Must have the required references and criminal record check.

Work Environment

Well lighted, airconditioned/heated environment; may be exposed to residents with communicable diseases or confused residents who become combative. May be required to work outdoors on occasion at resident cookouts.

Protective equipment when working with chemicals or cleaning up broken glass. Food preparation equipment; slicer, grinder, mixer, dishwasher, garbage disposal, stove, coffeemaker etc.

Benefits

This position is eligible for 403B with Employer Match, robust Employee Assistant Program, Staff Recognition Program, and Employee Discount Program.

DePaul is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. All employment is decided based on qualification, merit and program need.