lead cook

Sunrise Senior Living Mgmt Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Dis

Retirement Savings Plans

Employee Assistance Program / Discount

PTO, sick time, and holiday pay

myFlexPay offered to get paid within a

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Sunrise Senior Living is hiring a Cook to prepare meals, maintain high food quality, and support dining services in a senior living community. You will follow standardized recipes, accommodate dietary needs, and ensure food safety throughout food preparation and service.

The position offers opportunities to lead production in the absence of the Dining Services Coordinator, with a focus on teamwork and resident joy.

Qualifications

• Prepare meals following standardized recipes and menus.
• Maintain food quality, taste, and presentation per Sunrise standards.
• Follow dietary modifications and special meal requirements.
• Record production quantities and food safety temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals according to standardized recipes and menus
• Ensure food quality, taste, and presentation meet Sunrise standards
• Follow dietary modifications and special meal requirements
• Record production quantities and food safety temperatures
• Stock, rotate, date, and store food per safety regulations
• Maintain clean kitchen, storage, and equipment areas
• Complete cleaning logs and equipment maintenance reports
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and OSHA guidelines
• Support dishwashing and dining service as needed
• Lead food production in the absence of the Dining Services Coordinator

Skills

Food preparation

Food safety

Team collaboration

Job description

Why Join Sunrise Senior Living

At Sunrise Senior Living, we believe meaningful work starts with purpose. Our team members are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of residents every day. As a Cook, you prepare high-quality meals that support residents' health and enjoyment while maintaining a safe, clean, and organized kitchen environment.

What You'll Do

• Prepare and serve meals according to standardized recipes and menus
• Ensure food quality, taste, and presentation meet Sunrise standards
• Follow dietary modifications and special meal requirements
• Record production quantities and food safety temperatures
• Stock, rotate, date, and store food per safety regulations
• Maintain clean kitchen, storage, and equipment areas
• Complete cleaning logs and equipment maintenance reports
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and OSHA guidelines
• Support dishwashing and dining service as needed
• Lead food production in the absence of the Dining Services Coordinator

Cook – Prepare Meals That Bring Residents Together

Cook | Line Cook | Senior Living Dining

Pay Range: 19.75 - 24.75

Ready to take the next step and make a bigger impact than you ever imagined? As part of our team, you will help brighten the future for everyone at Sunrise and beyond. That is why we make it a priority to celebrate the unique ways you bring moments of togetherness and joy to everyone you serve. And when combined with the support, benefits, and growth opportunities we offer, the result is a career that PositivelyShines with everything you need to reach your goals - at work and in your life.

We also offer benefits and other compensation that include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Plans
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Employee Assistant Program / Discount Program
• Paid time off (PTO), sick time, and holiday pay
• myFlexPay offered to get paid within hours of a shift
• Tuition Reimbursement

In addition to base compensation, Sunrise may offer discretionary and/or non-discretionary bonuses. The eligibility to receive such a bonus will depend on the employee’s position, plan/program offered by Sunrise at the time, and required performance pursuant to the plan/program. Some benefits have eligibility requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer Sunrise Senior Living is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

At Sunrise Senior Living, we are united by a mission to champion quality of life for all seniors, and we believe we shine brightest when we support one another and those we serve.

Explore opportunities at Sunrise and take the first step toward a fulfilling career where your work makes a meaningful difference.