Dining Service Cook

Sonida Senior Living; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in senior living is seeking a dedicated Dining Service Cook to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing nutritious meals and ensuring the highest standards of dining service for residents. This position offers an excellent opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of seniors while enjoying a supportive work environment. With comprehensive benefits including health insurance and flexible scheduling, this is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about culinary service and senior care. Join a team that values your contributions and helps you grow in your career!

Benefits

Health and Dental Insurance

401k with Company Match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Scheduling

Company-Paid Training

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a similar cooking role preferred.
• Exceptional customer service skills focused on senior residents.

Responsibilities

• Prepare healthy meals for residents with attention to dietary needs.
• Maintain cleanliness and efficiency in dining services.

Skills

Customer Service

Meal Preparation

Food Safety Standards

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

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About Vintage Gardens

Vintage Gardens, a premier retirement community in St. Joseph, MO, provides quality care to residents in an INDEPENDENT LIVING, ASSISTED LIVING, MEMORY CARE community. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Competitive wages/salaries
• Health and dental insurance
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible scheduling
• Company-paid training for career advancement

Responsibilities

• Providing healthy meals for residents
• Maintaining standards for dining services, including efficient meal delivery, customer service, and cleanliness
• Reporting issues observed with food service
• Monitoring resident needs and preferences and communicating them appropriately
• Adhering to safety, work, and administrative rules, including local and state requirements

Qualifications

• One to two years’ experience in a similar role (preferred)
• Enjoy providing exceptional customer service and care to senior residents

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Individual and Family Services