Dietary Cook

Lee's Summit Place; Lee's Summit (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (Comprehensive)

Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Daily Pay Option through Tapcheck

Job summary

Lee's Summit Place in Missouri is seeking a dedicated Dietary Cook to join our culinary team. You will prepare meals according to recipes and maintain high standards for quality, safety, and presentation.

Responsibilities include collaborating with kitchen staff, ensuring proper food handling, managing kitchen cleanliness, and assisting with inventory and ordering as needed. Strong knife skills and creativity in plating are important.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Cook or in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of culinary techniques, food handling, and safety practices.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Excellent knife skills and proficiency in various cooking methods.
• A passion for cooking and creativity in meal presentation.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team while also being self-motivated.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of meals according to established recipes and menus.
• Ensure all food is prepared in accordance with food safety regulations and hygiene standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen area, including proper storage of ingredients and equipment.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure timely service during busy periods.
• Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering supplies as needed.
• Utilize knife skills effectively for food preparation, ensuring precision and safety at all times.

Skills

Cook experience

Knife skills

Food safety knowledge

Team collaboration

Job description

Dietary Cook

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Cook to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in meal preparation and food handling, with a keen understanding of food safety standards. As a Cook, you will play a vital role in creating delicious dishes that meet our high standards for quality and presentation.

Employee Benefits Package

• Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• $100–$150 Monthly Company HSA Contributionto help offset employee-only medical insurance costs
• Daily Pay Option through Tapcheck
• BenefitHub Employee Discounts
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance– 1x annual salary, up to $100,000
• Paid Time Off & Flexibility
• Personal Day Benefit
• Pet Insurance
• One-to-One Health TextCare– 24/7 access to healthcare providers by text for primary care and urgent care needs. The service and TextCare visits are completely free to employees.
• Voluntary Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Paid ServSafe certification.
• Referral Program, work with your friends

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of meals according to established recipes and menus.
• Ensure all food is prepared in accordance with food safety regulations and hygiene standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen area, including proper storage of ingredients and equipment.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure timely service during busy periods.
• Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering supplies as needed.
• Utilize knife skills effectively for food preparation, ensuring precision and safety at all times.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Cook or in a similar role within the food industry.
• Strong knowledge of culinary techniques, food handling, and safety practices.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Excellent knife skills and proficiency in various cooking methods.
• A passion for cooking and creativity in meal presentation.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team while also being self-motivated.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends as needed.

Join our team where your culinary talents can shine, and help us create memorable dining experiences for our residents!

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.