Full-Time Senior Living Cook: Fresh Meals, Team Impact

Navion Senior Solutions; New Jersey; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan

401k Retirement Plan

PTO for full time positions

Short & Long Term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

Highlands Square, a Navion Senior Living community in Somerset, KY, seeks a Cook who enjoys preparing delicious meals, working with a team, and making a positive impact on residents. You will help prepare and serve meals that are fresh, appealing, and made with care, contributing to a welcoming dining experience.

This is a full-time opportunity with experience in assisted living or LTC preferred. ServSafe and culinary training are valued; CPR/First-Aid certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• ServSafe certificate current or able to participate in training to become ServSafe certified
• High School diploma or GED accepted
• A culinary apprenticeship or training is preferred
• One year of job-related experience including food preparation, full-line menu items and therapeutic diets
• Must be 16 years or older
• Three years’ experience in a healthcare, hospitality or service environment preferred
• Culinary arts experience preferred
• CPR & First-Aid certifications preferred
• Ability to work in an environment conducive to caring for residents without safety/health threats
• Ability to work well with others and promote a team environment

Responsibilities

• Ability to prepare palatable foods that are appetizing in appearance
• Knowledge of safety and sanitary requirements
• Ability to learn basic tasks and follow written and verbal instructions
• Pleasant, friendly and helpful at all times ensuring proper and timely service
• Well-groomed and able to follow dress requirements

Skills

Cooking

Teamwork

Safety

Food prep

Therapeutic diets

ServSafe

Education

High School diploma or GED

Culinary apprenticeship

Job description

Highlands Square, a Navion Senior Living community in Somerset, KY, seeks a Cook who enjoys preparing delicious meals, working with a team, and making a positive impact on residents. You will help prepare and serve meals that are fresh, appealing, and made with care, contributing to a welcoming dining experience.

This is a full-time opportunity with experience in assisted living or LTC preferred. ServSafe and culinary training are valued; CPR/First-Aid certifications are preferred.