Cook - Per-Diem

Maplewood Senior Living; Bethel (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Flexible shifts

Growth opportunities

Bonus & incentive programs

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Maplewood Senior Living in Bethel, Connecticut is seeking a culinary professional to join their team. Responsibilities include preparing meals according to Maplewood standards and maintaining a high level of cleanliness in food service areas. The ideal candidate will have a Serve Safe Certification and experience dealing with seniors' dietary needs.

We offer competitive wages and benefits, flexible shifts, and opportunities for growth within the company. Join us to make a positive impact on the lives of our residents.

Qualifications

• Serve Safe Certification required.
• Experience in dealing with seniors and their dietary needs preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Work with Culinary Services Director to order as needed.
• Prepare appetizing meals based on Maplewood standards.
• Clean and maintain food service areas.
• Engage with staff, residents, and guests to ensure high level of satisfaction.

Skills

Food preparation skills

Team collaboration

Detail orientation

Self-starter

Education

High School Diploma

Serve Safe Certificate

Job description

Why You'll Love Working for Us

• Competitive wages
• Flexible shifts
• Growth opportunities
• Bonus & incentive programs
• Competitive Benefits Package: including medical, dental, vision, 401K match, company paid time-off, life insurance policy, insurance deductibles and voluntary Aflac insurance for our full-time employees.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with Culinary Services Director to order as needed
• Prepare appetizing meals based on Maplewood standards
• Clean and maintain food service areas
• Engage with staff, residents, and guests to ensure high level of satisfaction
• Led kitchen staff to maintain positive working environment with a strong focus on team

Education / Experience / Licensure / Certification

• Serve Safe Certification required
• Working knowledge of rules and regulations related to health and safety in food preparation
• Knowledge of cooking times and temperatures essential in accordance to state guidelines
• Knowledge of various cuts of meat and seasonings
• Demonstrates ability in a wide range of food preparation and skills
• Experience in dealing with seniors and their dietary needs preferred
• Ability to read, write, and speak English

Behaviors

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help

Education

High School or better.

Technical/other training or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Serve Safe Certificate

Training

Training

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.