Fine-Dining Cook – Senior Living Community

Aviva Baldwin Park; Staunton (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Employee referral program

Life insurance

Pet insurance

401k match

Daily pay

Job summary

Aviva Senior Living is seeking a Cook to join our team and contribute to our commitment to high-quality meals and resident satisfaction in a senior living community. You will prepare and present meals following planned menus, accommodate special diets, and support events and daily kitchen operations.

We value teamwork, safety, and compassionate service as you work with residents, their families, and fellow staff to maintain a clean, organized kitchen and provide excellent dining experiences in a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1–2 years of related foodservice experience preferred.
• SERVE Safe Certification (or ability to achieve certification).
• Ability to read and write in English.
• Ability to work with the elderly in a courteous and friendly manner.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of food safety procedures as per state/federal regulations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a positive working relationship with residents, resident family members, and associates.
• Maintain a high degree of resident and guest satisfaction through delivery of high-quality services.
• Effectively and appropriately communicate with each co-worker and community leader.
• Prepare and present meals according to planned menus, accommodating special diets, in a fine dining style.
• Performs prep work for upcoming meals and events.
• Completes food inventory on hand, accounting for usage and deliveries.
• Maintains refrigerator and freezer in a clean and organized manner with proper temperature control.
• Assure foods are prepared, stored, and labeled according to proper kitchen and food procedures.
• Always ensure only food serving items are present in and around the serving station.
• Use cleaners and other hazardous materials according to department procedure.
• Complete and adhere to all other tasks and responsibilities set by the direct supervisor.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

English reading/writing

Ability to work with elderly

Positive resident relations

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Aviva Senior Living is seeking a Cook to join our team and contribute to our commitment to high-quality meals and resident satisfaction in a senior living community. You will prepare and present meals following planned menus, accommodate special diets, and support events and daily kitchen operations.

We value teamwork, safety, and compassionate service as you work with residents, their families, and fellow staff to maintain a clean, organized kitchen and provide excellent dining experiences in a