Cook - Part-Time/Per Diem

Senior Lifestyle; City of Cortland (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in senior living is seeking a part-time cook. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing high-quality meals and ensuring adherence to safety and sanitation standards. The ideal candidate will have experience in food production and a passion for serving others, alongside a willingness to maintain a positive environment.

Benefits

Health benefits

Dental and vision

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

DailyPay access

Qualifications

• Experience in production cooking preferred.
• Must effectively communicate in English.
• Entry-level proficiency with Excel and Word required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all food using standard recipes.
• Work the food line during mealtimes.
• Maintain sanitation and safety guidelines in the kitchen.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Food Safety

Education

Food handling and sanitation licenses

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Company Description

Pay 15.50 an hour

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 the residents, guests and staff.

We are hiring part-time/per diem cook at $15.50 an hour

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

• 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.