Cook - Per Diem

Woodlands Senior Living, LLC; New York, Red Oak (NY, TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in senior living is seeking a dedicated Cook to join their compassionate team. In this rewarding role, you will prepare and serve nutritious meals for residents, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. This organization prides itself on its commitment to enhancing the lives of seniors, providing a supportive workplace where your culinary skills will shine. With opportunities for growth, including tuition assistance and health benefits, this position is perfect for those who want to make a difference while pursuing their career goals. Join a team that values your contributions and dedication.

Benefits

Vacation and Holiday Pay

Perfect Attendance Bonus

Referral Bonus

Tuition Assistance

Health, Dental, Vision Benefits

401(k) Savings Plan

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old and able to cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
• 1 year of institutional cooking experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Cook and serve meals daily according to facility’s cycle menus.
• Purchase food supplies from approved vendors to meet menu requirements.
• Follow food storage and handling policies to ensure safety.

Skills

Institutional Cooking

Food Safety Standards

English Language Proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Commercial Kitchen Equipment

Job description

Do you have an interest or background in working in kitchens or serving food? Do you have a soft spot in your heart for helping senior citizens and their families? Do you seek a rewarding career within a supportive workplace? Consider joining our team - we offer the opportunity to improve the lives of others while fulfilling your own career goals. Hiring immediately!

Woodlands Senior Living is the first senior living organization in Maine to have earned an accreditation by The Joint Commission! What does this mean for you? You could have the opportunity to work with an organization that has surpassed high-level standards of quality, safety and experience for the residents, families and staff served.

We are a Maine-based, family-owned-and-operated organization that provides the people of Maine a trusted partner in assisted living and memory care. Our mission is to make each day the best day possible for every resident we serve. Our teammates are committed to high standards of behavior to deliver the highest quality of care and provide a safe and inclusive work environment.

What you will do as a Cook:

• Using standard commercial and non-commercial kitchen equipment cooks and serves meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) and snacks daily for all residents according to facility’s cycle menus for regular and therapeutic diets.
• Purchases raw food and food supplies from approved vendors to meet menu requirements and budgetary guidelines.
• Follows facility policies and procedures for food storage, preparation, and handling to ensure industry and regulatory standards are met.
• Follows facility policies for personal hygiene to prevent the spread of foodborne illnesses.
• Provides services in accordance with each resident’s service plan and taking into account the residents’ personal goals, choices and preferences, abilities and strengths in order to enhance the resident’s life experience and reduce the effect of losses.

The benefits to join the team:

• Vacation and holiday pay because you deserve time to relax and recharge.
• Perfect attendance bonus to recognize your dedication and commitment.
• Referral bonus to show our appreciation for seeking new team members.
• Tuition assistance because we believe in the investment of your growth and success.
• Health, dental, vision and supplemental benefits to support your health.
• 401(k) savings and investment plan to prepare for your future.

Requirements

What you’ll bring to the role:

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must be able to cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
• 1 year of institutional cooking experience is preferred.
• Must provide proof of immunization/immunity to MMR, Varicella and Influenza.
• Strong command of the English language with the ability to follow oral and written instructions with precision.