Full-Time Cook | Senior Living Dining & Wellness

MSL Community Management; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) company match up to 4%

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Educational Loan Assistance &Scholarsh

Free meal per shift

Job summary

MBK Senior Living is seeking a Cook (FT) to join our dining team. You will prepare meals per menus, ensure quality, and maintain safety standards to support resident well-being.

The Cook works under the Director of Dining Services, collaborating with the Executive Chef to deliver nutritious, appealing meals. Weekend and holiday availability is required, with pay DOE and opportunities for growth within a hospitality-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all food items in accordance with planned menus and recipes provided, ensuring high-quality, appealing meals that are appetizing, nutritional, and meet special dietary requests or requirements.
• Prepare menu items per standardized recipes, ensuring proper stocking and inventory use.
• Prepare food in accordance with all governmental, sanitary, and dietitian regulations as well as established policies and procedures, immediately reporting any infractions to the Director of Dining Services.
• Take care of food orders when they arrive in a timely manner and ensure all food is served at the correct temperature and charted as such.
• Ensure consistent and proper portion sizes, garnishment, and food presentation to maintain quality standards.
• Interact professionally and respectfully with residents, guests, and staff, taking feedback on meal quality, portions, or variety.
• Consult with the Director of Dining Services or Executive Chef on any menu changes or substitutions.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation, ensuring that food storage, preparation, and kitchen areas comply with local, State, and Federal food-handling and safety regulations, including HACCP standards.
• Safely operate all kitchen equipment, recording temperatures of refrigerators, freezers, and dishwashers, and reporting any maintenance issues to the supervisor.
• Responsible for safe storage, proper labeling with expiration dates, efficient use, and proper disposal of all items within the kitchen's inventory, to minimize waste and ensure freshness.
• Maintain a safe and secure environment for staff, residents, and guests following established safety standards, policies, and procedures.
• Understand and comply with Federal, State, and local regulations, and company policies and procedures concerning the department.
• Promote a spirit of teamwork and open communication through consistent coaching and recognition program utilization, in alignment with MBK principles and core values.
• Perform other duties or special projects as assigned or requested by the Director of Dining Services, Sous Chef, and/or Executive D

Job description

MBK Senior Living is seeking a Cook (FT) to join our dining team. You will prepare meals per menus, ensure quality, and maintain safety standards to support resident well-being.

The Cook works under the Director of Dining Services, collaborating with the Executive Chef to deliver nutritious, appealing meals. Weekend and holiday availability is required, with pay DOE and opportunities for growth within a hospitality-focused environment.