Hourly Cook- FT

KR Management; The Villages (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Hourly Cook to create delicious, home-style meals for their residents in a supportive kitchen environment. This role involves meal preparation, adhering to dietary needs, and maintaining a clean workspace. Ideal candidates will have cooking experience, knowledge of nutrition, and effective communication skills. Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of seniors through thoughtful culinary care!

Qualifications

• Previous cooking experience in a professional kitchen.
• Knowledge of nutrition and dietary requirements for the elderly.
• Excellent organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to approved menus.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen workspace.
• Collaborate with dietary team for menu planning.

Skills

Meal Preparation

Food Safety

Communication

Team Collaboration

Time Management

Education

Culinary training or certification

Job description

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Do you love cooking and want to make a real difference in people’s lives? We’re looking for a Cook who takes pride in preparing delicious, home-style meals for our residents. If you enjoy creating comforting, nutritious dishes in a supportive, team-focused kitchen, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Join us and bring joy to our seniors—one meal at a time!

Key Responsibilities

• Meal Preparation: Prepare and cook meals in accordance with approved menus, ensuring
  
  

that all meals are appealing, well-balanced, and meet specific dietary requirements of the

residents. Adhere to portion control standards to ensure consistency and minimize food

waste. Modify recipes as necessary to accommodate residents with special dietary needs

or restrictions, such as low-sodium, diabetic-friendly, or pureed diets. Monitor food

quality and presentation, ensuring that meals are visually appealing and appetizing.

• Kitchen Organization and Sanitation: Maintain a clean and organized kitchen workspace,
  
  

following proper food handling and sanitation guidelines to ensure food safety. Ensure

that all kitchen equipment is clean and in good working order. Regularly inspect and

rotate food supplies to maintain freshness and prevent spoilage. Assist in inventory

management, including monitoring stock levels, placing orders, and receiving deliveries.

• Collaboration and Communication: Collaborate with the dietary team to plan menus and
  
  

discuss resident feedback and preferences. Communicate effectively with residents,

taking into consideration their individual needs and preferences. Work cooperatively with

other kitchen staff, such as servers and dishwashers, to ensure smooth meal service and

overall kitchen efficiency.

Job Characteristics

• Steady, even pace of activity. Large degree of predictability from one day to the next.
  
  

Job activities are consistent, or even repetitious in nature, and results are repeatable.

Well-define processes and procedures exist to perform activities

• People-focused, while being reserved in nature Helpful, "service" orientation Strong
  
  

focus on repeatable, very high-quality results

• Cautious, by the book, decision-making is required Examination of the facts, established
  
  

procedure, or proven process must preclude decision-making (detailed knowledge of or

training in those areas significantly aids decision-making)

• Communication is factual, polite, and professional in nature. Need to speak with great
  
  

specificity and knowledgeable detail about areas of responsibility; not required to speak

at length about other topics. Little collaboration is necessary to complete work; expertise

comes from training, knowledge, and experience.

• Authority and responsibility is shared with others, such as in a team environment where
  
  

people have worked together for long periods of time.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform tasks that require physical stamina,
  
  

such as lifting heavy pots, pans, and kitchen equipment.

• Manual dexterity to handle and manipulate kitchen tools, utensils, and equipment.
• Agility and flexibility to move quickly and safely within the kitchen environment.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
  
  

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a cook in a professional kitchen, preferably in a senior living or
  
  

healthcare setting.

• Knowledge of nutrition and dietary requirements for the elderly population.
• Understanding of food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Culinary training or certification is desirable but not mandatory.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to interact with residents, team
  
  

members, and other stakeholders.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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