Cook Full Time Evening Assisted Living

Acclaim at East Beach AL & MC; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in elder care is seeking kitchen staff to prepare meals, maintain cleanliness, and ensure resident satisfaction. Ideal candidates will have experience in food preparation along with strong communication skills and a passion for customer service. A comprehensive benefits plan and early access to earned wages are included.

Benefits

Health benefits

Dental and vision coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

DailyPay access

Qualifications

• Experience in production cooking and therapeutic diets preferred.
• Effective communication skills in English required.
• Ability to solve practical problems in variable situations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all food using standard recipes.
• Respond to resident and guest needs quickly.
• Maintain sanitation guidelines in kitchen areas.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Decision Making

Customer Service

Education

Food handling license

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Job Description

• Prepare all food using the daily planner and SLC standard recipes.
• Work the food line during mealtimes.
• Ensure that all food meets safety guidelines and that all kitchen areas meet sanitation guidelines.
• Ensure resident and guest satisfaction by responding quickly to needs and requests.
• Maintain a positive and professional demeanor toward all residents, visitors and co-workers.

Qualifications:
Qualifications

• Experience in production cooking and/or preparing therapeutic diets is preferred.
• You need to be able to communicate clearly and effectively in English.
• You have and/or are willing to obtain the necessary food handling and sanitation licenses.
• You have basic computer skills. Entry level proficiency with Excel and Word is required.
• You possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• You have the ability to solve practical problems and deal with variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• You can maintain a positive and friendly demeanor toward the residents and your co-workers.

Additional Information

Senior Lifestyle offers a comprehensive benefits plan to eligible team members including health, dental, vision, retirement benefits, short-term disability, long-term disability, and paid time off. All Senior Lifestyle positions are eligible to use DailyPay, an application that allows you to access your earned but unpaid wages before your next payday. Senior Lifestyle requires that all employees provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination unless exempt due to medical, religious, or personal beliefs. Government requirements or exclusions may apply.