Part Time Cook

Glen Park Senior Living; Glendora (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus

Job summary

Glen Park Senior Living in Glendora, CA is seeking a part-time Cook to oversee kitchen operations, design an innovative menu, and coordinate the preparation of meals for residents. This role emphasizes safety, sanitation, and high-quality dining experiences in a senior living setting.

The position requires basic food safety credentials, a current food handlers card, CPR/First Aid, and the ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen while accommodating dietary restrictions.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older.
• Six months of related kitchen experience or similar.
• Ability to pass physical exam and criminal background check.
• Current First Aid and CPR training.
• Current Food Handlers Card.

Responsibilities

• Run kitchen operations similar to a large home.
• Cook meals considering residents' dietary needs and preferences.
• Oversee dining room and kitchen cleanliness and sanitation.
• Supervise dishwashing and kitchen staff as needed.
• Order food supplies and manage menu design within dietician-approved cycles.
• Ensure resident safety and comfort during meal service.
• Coordinate food service with caregivers and housekeepers.
• Maintain food quality and presentation for residents.

Skills

Culinary excellence

Creativity

Communication skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Hiring Bonus Offered for $500 for Part-time!

Cook - Join the Glen Park Senior Living Team!

Job Summary

Chef will oversee kitchen operations, create an innovative menu, and prepare or coordinate the preparation of food ordered by patrons.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• 1. Primarily responsible for running the kitchen similar to that in a big home.
• 2. Cooks meals, taking into consideration dietary likes and requirements of the residents.
• 3. Oversees housekeepers and caregivers serving of food.
• 4. Oversee washing dishes.
• 5. Keeps kitchen clean and sanitary.
• 6. Keeps dining room clean and sanitary.
• 7. Orders food.
• 8. Minimum menu design because if preset, dietician approved, cycle menus.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 1. At least 18 years of age.
• 2. Six months of related experience.
• 3. Able to pass a physical exam and a criminal record review.
• 4. Current training in Basic First Aid and CPR
• 5. Current Food Handlers Card

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• 1. Prolonged periods standing and preparing and cooking food.
• 2. Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.
• 3. Must be able to work in a kitchen environment that may involve exposure to extreme heat or cold.

SPECIAL SKILLS NEEDED TO PERFORM THE JOB

• 1. Ability to produce an excellent culinary and restaurant experience for our residents.
• 2. Extremely creative.
• 3. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• 4. Excellent time management, scheduling, managerial, and organizational skills.
• 5. Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with a variety of personalities and under pressure.

LINES OF SUPERVISION

• 1. SUPERVISION GIVEN & TO WHOM
  A. Delegates to the Dishwasher, authority:
  I. To keep cookware, serving ware, kitchen, and dining room clean and sanitary.
  B. Delegates to Housekeepers and Caregivers, authority:
  I. To consider resident tastes and medical conditions in serving food as fast as possible.
  C. Delegates to Dietary Aide
  I. To keep the dining room kitchen clean and organized.
• 2. SUPERVISION RECEIVED & FROM WHOM
  A. Delegated by the Administrator, authority:
  I. To oversee all dietary operations.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Glen Park Senior Living At Glendora

Glen Park Senior Living is a renowned healthcare organization dedicated to providing exceptional senior living services.

Our employees enjoy a work culture that promotes compassion, excellence, and respect for life. Glen Park Senior Living benefits include Medical. Dental and Health insurance, generous paid time off, retirement savings plans, and opportunities for professional development.