Cook PartTime

Aviva Glendale; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily pay

Benefits available

Great Place to Work

Job summary

Aviva Glendale in Toledo, OH is seeking a friendly Cook to prepare meals for residents in a fine dining setting, following planned menus and dietary needs.

The ideal candidate will have a GED, 1-2 years of food service experience, Serve Safe certification or willingness to obtain it, strong English communication, and a commitment to compassionate service in an eldercare environment. Daily pay options and comprehensive benefits are available.

Qualifications

• GED or high school diploma required.
• 1–2 years of related food service experience preferred.
• SERVE Safe certification required (or ability to obtain)
• Ability to read and write in English.
• Ability to work with elderly residents in a courteous manner.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a positive working relationship with residents, families, and staff.
• Ensure high resident and guest satisfaction through high-quality service.
• Communicate effectively with coworkers and community leaders.
• Prepare and present meals according to planned menus, accommodating special diets in a fine dining style.
• Perform prep work for upcoming meals and events.
• Complete food inventory and manage deliveries.
• Maintain proper refrigeration and food temperatures; ensure proper labeling and storage of foods.
• Adhere to kitchen procedures and safety standards.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

English literacy

Food safety handling

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

At Aviva Glendale, we are committed to providing a supportive and engaging environment. Our dedicated staff is passionate about ensuring that each resident feels at home, offering personalized care and assistance as needed. Our beautifully designed units and welcoming atmosphere create a space where residents can thrive and enjoy life to the fullest.

Join us at Aviva Senior Living and be part of a community that prioritizes the well-being and happiness of our residents, fostering a sense of comfort, connection, and joy every day.

This position makes a difference in one of our residents' favorite moments, their fine dining experience! Our menu is rich in options and carefully selected by our chefs, a perfect pairing for your outstanding meal preparation skills.

Shift Details

We are currently searching for a Cook to assist with the various shifts from 7am to 2pm, or 1pm to 6:30pm working every other weekend plus 1-2 days per week. Please note, this may change throughout employment as needed with notice.

Primary Responsibilities

• Maintain a positive working relationship with all residents, resident family members, and associates.
• Maintain a high degree of resident and guest satisfaction through consistent delivery of high-quality services.
• Effectively and appropriately communicate with each co-worker and community leader.
• Prepare and present meals according to the planned menus, accommodating special diets, in a fine dining style.
• Performs prep work for upcoming meals and events.
• Completes food inventory on hand, accounting for usage and deliveries.
• Maintains refrigerator and freezer in a clean and organized manner as well as proper temperature control, ensuring proper food temperatures for hot and cold items.
• Assure foods are prepared, stored, and labeled according to proper kitchen and food procedures.
• Always ensure only food serving items are present in and around the serving station.
• Use cleaners and other hazardous materials according to department procedure.
• Complete and adhere to all other tasks and responsibilities set by the direct supervisor.

Qualifications, skills, and abilities

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• One to two years of related work experience preferred
• SERVE Safe Certified (or able to achieve certification)
• Ability to read and write in English
• Ability to work with the elderly in a courteous and friendly manner.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to safely handle food in accordance with facility policies and procedures, as well as all state and federal regulations.

We have available pay advance (daily pay). There is a full range of benefits available if you advance to full-time status.

Aviva Senior Living has achieved designation as a Great Place to Work and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.