Line Cook $18-25hr PRN/As Needed

Buckingham Senior Living; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral program

Complimentary meal per shift

Daily pay

Job summary

Buckingham Senior Living in Saint Joseph, MO is seeking a Cook (PRN) to prepare menu items per recipes, maintain high quality and presentation, and uphold food safety standards.

The role requires paying attention to resident preferences, participating in orientations, and interacting with the team to ensure smooth service. Starting wage is $18.00-$25.00 per hour with an as-needed shift schedule.

Qualifications

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years old.
• Must be able to read, write, understand, and communicate in English with residents.
• Must possess a current Food Handlers Card as specified by the Department of Health.
• Demonstrated leadership, training, and supervision skills.
• Proficient written and oral communication with management and staff.
• Must stand, walk, bend, kneel, and stoop all day.
• Must be able to frequently lift/move up to 50 pounds.
• Must be comfortable around extreme temperatures, including cooking surfaces and walk-in freezers.
• Work indoors primarily, with outside events as needed.
• Criminal background clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all menu items per established standards and recipes, delivering high-quality food.
• Ensure health protocols are followed, maintain proper hygiene and food temperatures.
• Familiarize yourself with residents and their preferences; participate in orientations.

Skills

English communication

Food handling

Leadership

Training

Supervision

Criminal background check

Physical stamina

Job description

“After spending 14 years in healthcare, I finally found my home with Arrow Senior Living. It’s home-like environment is not just for the residents but for the team members as well. From day one you embrace the core values, and you see how they impact residents’ quality of life. Arrow is a great company to grow with-it promotes within and the employee appreciation, incentives, and benefits are just a bonus on top of making residents and team members smile. I have become lifelong friend s with this team, and I can happily say I love my job and enjoy coming to work.”

-Arrow Team Member

Position-Cook

Position Type: PRN

Location: Saint Joseph, MO

Our starting wage for Cooks is: $18.00-$25.00 per hour!

Shift Schedule-As needed

Come join our team at Buckingham located at 1602 Buckingham Street, Saint Joseph, MO 64506!

We are looking for someone (like you):

• To be a Culinary Craftsman: By preparing all menu items according to established standards and recipes, provide exceptional quality food that is attractively presented in a timely fashion.
• To take the Mess Out of Mess Hall: Ensure health protocols are always followed, including proper hygiene, sanitary food preparation, and proper food temperatures.
• To be a Culinary Connector: Familiarize yourself with the residents and their preferences and needs. Participate in resident orientations.

What are we looking for?

• You must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• You can read, write, understand, and communicate in English with our Residents!
• You will possess a current Food Handlers Card as specified per the Department of Health.
• You have demonstrated skills, knowledge, and competency in the areas of leadership, training, and supervision.
• You possess proficient written and oral communication skills with other members of management, professional, and support staff.
• You must be active as this role requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and stooping all day.
• You must have the ability to frequently lift and/or move items up to 50 pounds.
• You must be comfortable to be in close contact to extreme temperatures, including cooking surfaces and walk-in freezers.
• You will have the ability to work primarily indoors, but also be available to work outside for events.
• You must be criminally cleared.

Employment Benefits (We value our benefits):

• Company Match 401(k) with 100% match up to the first 3% and fully vested upon enrollment
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance (1st of the month following 60 days of employment -Full Time)
• Disability insurance (Full Time)
• Employee assistance program
• Weekly Employee Recognition Program
• Life insurance (Full Time)
• Paid time off (Full Time employees accrue up to 115 hours each year and Part Time accrue up to 30 hours each year)
• Tuition Reimbursement (after 90 days for FT AND PT employees)
• Employee Referral Program (FT, PT, and PRN)
• Complimentary meal each shift (FT, PT, and PRN)
• Daily Pay Option
• Direct Deposit
• Did we mention that we PROMOTE FROM WITHIN?

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About the company

Arrow Senior Living manages a collection of senior living communities that offer varying levels of care including independent living, assisted living, and memory care in 25 properties currently in 5 states (Missouri, Iowa, Illinois, Ohio, Indiana) and employs nearly 1,400 employees!

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Arrow Senior Living serves and employs individuals of all faiths, regardless of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, or handicap, except as limited by state and federal law.

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