Dietary Cook - Full-Time - Serv Safe Certified

Artis Senior Living of Eatontown; Eatontown (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Paid holidays

PTO 3 weeks in first year

401k with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Artis Senior Living of Eatontown is seeking a compassionate Cook to join our vibrant senior living community. The role features a flexible schedule (10am-6pm or 6am-2pm) with every other weekend required, and starting pay of $21/hour.

You will cook, plate and present diverse recipes, contribute to the resident experience, and maintain a clean, safe kitchen in compliance with health standards. Prior Serv Safe credentials are preferred, with opportunities to advance within a caring environment.

Qualifications

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• SERV Safe certification is required; or ability to obtain upon hire
• This position requires the candidate to understand, read, write and effectively verbally communicate in English.
• Prefer experience within senior living or healthcare environments, must be sensitive to needs of senior population.

Responsibilities

• Learn, prepare, cook and plate a variety of colorful recipes and menu items, ensuring that plate presentation and food quality are to company standards.
• Continuously contribute to the resident experience by showcasing your unique skills and applying your knowledge to elevate the culture of our community.
• Keep assigned workstation in a safe and sanitary condition and be familiar and comply with all state and local health department practices, safety practices, and infection control practices.
• Participate in daily pre-shift meetings and share your creative ideas with the team to ensure a consistently elevated experience for our residents.
• This position may assist with other responsibilities on an as-needed basis.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

SERV Safe certification or ability to obtain upon hire

English language communication

Job description

*Starting pay is $21/ hour!

*This is a full-time position offering a flexible schedule: 10am-6pm and 6am-2pm, every other weekend required.

How We Work

Working at Artis Senior Living, you'll play an integral role on a dynamic team helping people living with dementia achieve the essential human needs of purpose, belonging and joy by building a bridge between their lifelong identity and present daily life - we call this act of service "Honoring Yesterday & Celebrating Today." We like to think that Artis associates are the most thoughtful people on the planet, so in return - they deserve to feel safe, supported, and inspired to grow. We truly look forward to you being part of the Artis family! We are proud to be a Great Place to Work Certified company.

How We Support You

• Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision plans
• Paid holidays
• 3 weeks PTO first year
• 401k plan with employer match
• Tuition Reimbursement

How You'll Contribute

AtArtis Senior Living, we’re honored to serve families in our vibrant and welcoming communities, and we’re looking for a Cook ready to work with heart.

Are you looking for an opportunity to explore your culinary curiosity? Do you enjoy learning unique recipes and having creative freedom at work? The Cook position offers a flexible schedule, work/life balance AND room for advancement!

The Cook will:

• Learn, prepare, cook and plate a variety of colorful recipes and menu items, ensuring that plate presentation and food quality are to company standards.
• Continuously contribute to the resident experience by showcasing your unique skills and applying your knowledge to elevate the culture of our community.
• Keep assigned workstation in a safe and sanitary condition and be familiar and comply with all state and local health department practices, safety practices, and infection control practices.
• Participate in dailypre-shift meetings and share your creative ideas with the team to ensure a consistently elevated experience for our residents.
• This position may assist with other responsibilities on an as-needed basis.

How You'll Succeed

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• SERV Safe certification is required; or ability to obtain upon hire
• This position requires the candidate to understand, read, write and effectively verbally communicate in English.
• Prefer experience within senior living or healthcare environments, must be sensitive to needs of senior population.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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Candidate Safety Notice:

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In addition, Artis Senior Living will never ask candidates to pay application fees, purchase equipment, send gift cards, transfer funds, provide banking information, or share other financial information as part of the application or interview process. If you receive communication from an unverified source or are unsure whether a communication is legitimate,