Cook Assisted Living

EagleCare LLC; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Cook, where you will play a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for residents through delicious and nutritious meals. This part-time evening position allows you to showcase your culinary skills while leading a dedicated kitchen team. With a focus on safety and sanitation, you'll ensure that every meal meets the highest standards. Enjoy competitive wages, paid time off, and opportunities for career growth in a supportive environment that values your contributions. Be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of others.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical, vision, dental insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid training and certifications

Scholarship and tuition reimbursement

Referral bonuses

Employee assistance programs

Discounts on retail, food, and entertainment

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; 1-3 years of related experience preferred.
• Certification in Sanitation/Safe Food Handling is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare nutritious meals according to residents' needs and menus.
• Lead kitchen staff in food preparation and maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Food Preparation

Sanitation/Safe Food Handling

Team Leadership

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certification in Sanitation/Safe Food Handling

Job description

Become a Cook at Aster Place Assisted Living today!

Part-time evening shift!

Join our culinary team at ASC and play a crucial role in preparing and serving delicious and nutritious meals, while maintaining the highest standards of sanitation and food safety for our residents.

Key Responsibilities of a Cook include:

• Follow recipes and prepare food that meets residents' nutritional needs according to menus.
• Cook or prepare palatable, attractive, and nutritionally adequate meals in required quantities.
• Lead kitchen staff in food preparation, assembling trays, cleaning, and storing supplies and equipment.
• Maintain a clean food service work area during food preparation and service.
• Handle, store, and dispose of food supplies, and prepare food in accordance with departmental procedures and regulations.

Qualifications:

• Required: High school diploma or GED, or 1-3 years of related experience/training, or equivalent.
• Preferred: Certification in Sanitation/Safe Food Handling (can be earned with ASC).
• Preferred: Prior experience in institutional or healthcare settings.

What's in it for you?

Cooks are leaders in our kitchen and impact residents' happiness daily. We value your skills and offer opportunities to grow into culinary leadership roles. Benefits and perks may include:

• Competitive wages
• Paid Time Off (PTO), holidays, and additional PTO opportunities
• Access earned wages before payday with PayActiv
• Medical, vision, dental insurance, Telehealth, and flex spending accounts
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid training, certifications, and career development
• Scholarship and tuition reimbursement programs
• Referral bonuses
• Employee assistance and wellness programs
• Discounts on retail, food, and entertainment

*Benefits may vary for full-time and part-time roles, terms apply.

About our Senior Living Division

Our division offers growth opportunities in a dynamic environment, focusing on holistic care that nurtures residents' physical, emotional, mental, social, and spiritual well-being. You will build meaningful relationships and make a difference in residents' lives.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. All applicants will be notified of their rights under federal employment laws. Please review the 'Know Your Rights' notice from the Department of Labor.