Cook Part-time

Monarch Communities; Cedar Land (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Flexible Schedule

On the job training

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Free Parking

Employee Referral Bonus

Resident Referral Bonus

Job summary

Monarch Communities in Connecticut is seeking a part-time Cook to prepare delicious meals for our senior living residents, their families, and guests. Reporting to the Director of Culinary Services, the Cook's responsibilities will include studying recipes, setting up menus and preparing high-quality dishes.

You should be familiar with sanitation regulations. The Cook will also be responsible for accurate record keeping, receiving, rotating and inventory of products and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• ServSafe certification required or ability to obtain.
• At least 1 year of related kitchen experience including food preparation and special diets.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve quality meals.
• Ensure special dietary needs are met and prepare texture modified food, as directed.
• Ensure compliance with all record keeping, food safety and risk management requirements.
• Monitor food preparation, storage and handling to ensure adherence with HACCP, labeling, and storage protocols.
• Maintain accurate temperature logs for hot, cold, and refrigerated items.
• Participate in in-service training as scheduled.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and community policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Food preparation

Menu items

Special diets

Organizational skills

Time management

Problem solving

Decision making

ServSafe certification

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

• Employment Category: Regular Part Time - Scheduled less Than 30 at Least 22.5 Per Week
• Compensation: USD 20 - USD 21 - hourly

Company Description

Our mission is contemporary person-centric wellness senior living, designed for the next generation. A customized, curated, and organic approach to wellness inspires everything we do. All members of our communities – residents, their family members, and team members – help make our communities what they are.

Each and every member of our team is committed to developing progressive yet approachable communities to support the needs of all future generations. We want to transform healthcare infrastructure so that people can not only age well but live well and THRIVE.

Job Description

We are looking for a Cook to join our team and prepare delicious meals for our senior living residents, their families, and guests. Reporting to the Director of Culinary Services, the Cook's responsibilities will include studying recipes, setting up menus and preparing high-quality dishes. You should be familiar with sanitation regulations. The Cook will also be responsible for accurate record keeping, receiving, rotating and inventory of products and regulatory compliance. Ultimately, this team member will prepare and deliver a complete menu that delights our senior living community.

Part-time

Salary Range: $20.00 - $21.00 Hourly

Responsibilities and Duties

• Prepare and serving quality meals
• Ensure special dietary needs are met and preparing texture modified food, as directed
• Ensure compliance with all record keeping, food safety and risk management requirements
• Monitor food preparation, storage and handling to ensure adherence with HACCP, labeling, and storage protocols to ensure compliance with all food service regulations and policies
• Maintain accurate hot and cold food, refrigerator, and freezer temperature logs
• Participates in and attends all in-service training as scheduled
• Ensures compliance with all Federal, State, and local regulations, as well as community policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Maintains a current ServSafe certification or able to obtain ServSafe certification
• One year job related experience including food preparation, full-line menu items and special diets
• High school diploma or GED accepted
• Competent in organizational, time management skills and demonstrate good judgment, problem solving and decision-making skills

Physical Abilities

• While performing the duties of this job, the associate is often required to stand, walk, sit, use fine and gross motor skills, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, and smell.
• An individual in this position will be required to lift or carry weight in up to 50 lbs.. The associate must use proper body mechanics.

Additional Information

Benefits Offered (for Part-Time Employees):

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Flexible Schedule
• On the job training
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Free Parking

Other Compensation Programs:

• Employee Referral Bonus
• Resident Referral Bonus

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Monarch Communities and Brandywine Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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