Dining Services Cook

University Village Retirement Community; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

University Village Retirement Community is seeking an experienced cook to prepare lunch and dinner for residents in a licensed senior living setting. The role focuses on following established menus, dietary guidelines, and serving meals with attention to presentation and food safety.

The successful candidate will perform prep work, cooking, portioning, and plating, while maintaining a clean kitchen and supporting Dining Services Manager.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, interpret, and appropriately scale recipes and instructions.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Team spirit.
• Flexibility to work in shifts.
• Active listening and effective communication skills.
• Attentiveness and patience for residents.
• Food Handler's Card from the Tulsa County Health Department

Responsibilities

• Prepare necessary food for the meal according to the menu and prep sheet.
• Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods (grilling, boiling, baking, etc).
• Break down and cue up the serving line and all other food areas.
• Plate food for residents as ordered with attention to appearance.
• Complete daily cleaning assignments.
• Maintain and clean kitchen equipment.
• Minimize food waste with proper food storage and rotation.
• Experience in using cutting skills, cookware, and bakeware.
• Assists the inventory manager with ordering.
• Provide necessary assistance to the Dining Services Manager.
• Follow all relevant health department regulations.
• Provide excellent customer service to residents.

Skills

Food prep

Communication

Teamwork

Recipe scaling

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Cook to prepare lunch and dinner for our residents. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in food preparation, a passion for serving older adults, and the ability to follow established menus and dietary guidelines. Key responsibilities include prep work, cooking, portioning, and presenting meals, maintaining a clean and organized kitchen, and ensuring food safety standards are met. Prior experience in cooking for large groups, especially in a healthcare or senior living setting, is a must. Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential.

**This position will require working in shifts and during weekends and holidays.**

Hourly pay $16.00 - $18.00, dependent upon role and previous experience.

Schedule: Saturday - Wednesday, 10:30 am - 7:00 pm

Responsibilities:

• Prepare necessary food for the meal according to the menu and prep sheet
• Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods (grilling, boiling, baking, etc)
• Break down and cue up the serving line and all other food areas
• Plate food for residents as ordered with attention to appearance
• Complete daily cleaning assignments
• Maintain and clean kitchen equipment
• Minimize food waste with proper food storage and rotation
• Experience in using cutting skills, cookware, and bakeware
• Assists the inventory manager with ordering
• Provide necessary assistance to the Dining Services Manager
• Follow all relevant health department regulations
• Provide excellent customer service to residents

Requirements:

• Ability to read, interpret, and appropriately scale recipes and instructions
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Team spirit
• Flexibility to work in shifts
• Active listening and effective communication skills
• Attentiveness and patience for residents
• Food Handler's Card from the Tulsa County Health Department