Part-Time Cook — Fresh Meals & Benefits Eligible

Aventura Senior Living at Overland Park; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Daily Pay

PerkSpot discounts

Job summary

Spectrum Retirement Communities is seeking a part-time kitchen team member in Overland Park to prepare high-quality meals following standard recipes and diet orders. You will collaborate with the Director of Food & Beverage and the Sous Chef to manage food prep, inventories, and supply coordination.

The role emphasizes clear communication, reliable teamwork, and a professional, self-motivated attitude to support a welcoming dining experience for residents and guests.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• At least two years of experience working in all stations of a hotel/kitchen, a restaurant, or a similar operation.
• Knowledge of sanitation and safe food handling standards.
• The ability to communicate clearly and work cohesively with the other restaurant team members.
• Must be self-motivated, organized, and professional.
• Must be able to work independently and handle multiple tasks at one time.
• Strong customer service skills are required.

Responsibilities

• The preparation of high-quality food following standard recipes and special diet orders.
• Working with the Director of Food & Beverage and Sous Chef to manage all aspects of food and supply management, including securing items in time for food prep, ensuring leftovers are stored correctly, and inventories maintained.

Skills

English proficiency

Food prep experience

Sanitation knowledge

Communication

Organized and self-motivated

Multitask

Customer service

Job description

Spectrum Retirement Communities is seeking a part-time kitchen team member in Overland Park to prepare high-quality meals following standard recipes and diet orders. You will collaborate with the Director of Food & Beverage and the Sous Chef to manage food prep, inventories, and supply coordination.

The role emphasizes clear communication, reliable teamwork, and a professional, self-motivated attitude to support a welcoming dining experience for residents and guests.