Cook - The Gardens at Laguna Springs

The Gardens at Laguna Springs; Elk Grove (CA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

Employer HSA contributions

Referral bonus $500

Paid vacation & holidays

Growth opportunities

Complimentary meal during shift

Achievement awards

Job summary

Koelsch Communities in Elk Grove, CA, seeks a skilled Cook to join our Culinary Department serving the community with nutritious, appetizing meals.

Full-time and part-time roles, with benefits including health/dental/vision, paid time off, and an opportunity for growth. Must have ServSafe or Dietary Manager's Course; strong food handling and presentation skills preferred.

Qualifications

• Completed an approved Dietary Manager's Course or possess ServSafe.
• All state food handler certificate requirements met.
• Knowledge of food preparation, production and plate presentation.
• Drug-free with screenings and background check.
• Knowledge of special dietary needs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritious, appetizing meals per menu.
• Properly store, date, rotate food per guidelines.
• Keep the environment safe and clean.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Food preparation

Food presentation

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Education

Dietary Manager's Course

ServSafe Food Handler certificate

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and passionate Cook to join our Culinary Department at The Gardens at Laguna Springs!

Full-time and Part-time opportunities! Acts as dishwasher as needed.

Earn between $19.50 and $21.50/hour, dependent on experience!

BENEFITS

• Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Accident, and other insurances
• Employer HSA Contributions
• Earn $500 through our referral program
• Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays
• Opportunity for growth within the organization
• Achievement Awards
• Complimentary meal during scheduled shift

*Full-time team members are eligible for all Medical benefits above. Part-time team members are offered Dental and Accident Medical Benefits only.

Who you are:

You enjoy providing outstanding service and producing high quality nutrition. The Cook’s role is preparing and serving attractive and tasty meals for the community.

What you'll do:

• Ensure food is prepared in a nutritional, appetizing fashion, and presented in an attractive manner per the menu and schedule
• Properly store, date, and rotate food per food handling guidelines
• Keep the environment safe and clean
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• (delete this bullet if not in TX / IL / AZ ) Candidates applying must have completed an approved Dietary Manager's Course or possess a ServSafe Food Handler's certificate. (Candidates without Servsafe will be considered but must receive the certificate within the first 30 days of employment)
• All requirements related to the food handlers’ certificate per state requirements
• Knowledge of food preparation, production and plate presentation
• Must be drug-free and submit to a drug screening upon hire and routinely
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check upon hire and as required by state regulations
• Knowledge of special dietary needs

ABOUT KOESLCH COMMUNITIES

We are third-generation, family-owned, and operated. Koelsch Communities operates nearly 40 communities in eight states, with multiple new communities in development. Koelsch has led the Senior Living industry for over 65 years, delivering world-class customer service, home craftsmanship, and unprecedented amenities. Koelsch Communities strives to provide a positive, rewarding, and enjoyable environment to all of its employees and residents. After all, the common purpose at Koelsch Communities is: To create happiness by providing the finest living experiences anywhere.

Koelsch Communities is an equal opportunity employer and these protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring, appraisal systems, promotions/demotions, training, and any other career development programs. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status (physical or mental), family medical history, genetic information, political affiliation or any other non-merit-based factors.

Keywords: Line cook, chef, prep cook, culinary aide, culinary, kitchen aide, senior living, assisted living, memory care, independent living

Koelsch Communities is an equal opportunity employer and these protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring, appraisal systems, promotions/demotions, training, and any other career development programs. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status (physical or mental), family medical history, genetic information, political affiliation or any other non-merit-based factors.