Cook- Full Time- Memory Care & Assisted Living

Senior Lifestyle; Cherry Hill Township (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate individuals to join their culinary team. This role involves preparing high-quality meals for residents, ensuring safety and sanitation standards are met, and responding promptly to the needs of residents and guests. The ideal candidate will have experience in production cooking and be able to communicate effectively. With a strong commitment to hospitality and teamwork, this position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those served. Join a company that values excellence and appreciation in every meal prepared.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

DailyPay access

Qualifications

• Experience in production cooking and preparing therapeutic diets preferred.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all food using daily planner and standard recipes.
• Ensure food meets safety guidelines and kitchen sanitation standards.
• Respond quickly to resident and guest needs.

Skills

Production cooking

Therapeutic diets preparation

Effective communication in English

Basic computer skills (Excel, Word)

Problem-solving

Education

Food handling and sanitation licenses

Job description

Company Description

Do you have HEART? We are looking for individuals who can embrace our mission to purposely brighten and enrich the lives of those we serve with HEART: Hospitality, Excellence, Appreciation, Respect & Teamwork. In this role, you will be responsible for providing high-quality meals to residents, guests, and staff.

Job Description

1. Prepare all food using the daily planner and SLC standard recipes.
2. Work the food line during mealtimes.
3. Ensure all food meets safety guidelines and that all kitchen areas meet sanitation standards.
4. Respond quickly to resident and guest needs and requests to ensure satisfaction.
5. Maintain a positive and professional demeanor toward all residents, visitors, and co-workers.
6. This position is for both Memory Care and Assisted Living.

Qualifications

• Experience in production cooking and/or preparing therapeutic diets is preferred.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English.
• Possession or willingness to obtain necessary food handling and sanitation licenses.
• Basic computer skills; entry-level proficiency with Excel and Word required.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
• Capability to solve practical problems and handle variables with limited standardization.
• Maintain a positive and friendly demeanor toward residents and co-workers.

Additional Information

Senior Lifestyle offers a comprehensive benefits plan including health, dental, vision, retirement, short-term and long-term disability, and paid time off. All positions are eligible to use DailyPay, allowing access to earned wages before payday. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required unless exempt for medical, religious, or personal reasons, with applicable government exclusions.