Part Time Cook - Starting Pay $16/hour

The Crossings at North River; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in senior living is seeking a dedicated culinary professional to join their team. This role involves assisting in menu planning, preparing high-quality food while adhering to safety regulations, and maintaining a clean kitchen environment. With a commitment to providing a warm and welcoming atmosphere, this community offers competitive pay and excellent benefits, including medical, dental, and generous paid time off. If you are passionate about food service and looking for a rewarding career with growth opportunities, this is the perfect chance to make a difference in the lives of residents.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in food service or restaurant environment.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds unassisted.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and preparing menus and food according to standards.
• Maintain sanitation and safety in food preparation areas.

Skills

Food Preparation

Menu Planning

Sanitation and Safety

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Culinary Degree

Job description

About the Company:
We are a premier senior living retirement community dedicated to creating a welcoming, warm environment for the residents who call our community home. We offer competitive pay, a comprehensive rewards program, and a true team environment. If you are looking for a challenging and highly rewarding career, we want to hear from you!

What You Will Do:

• Assist in planning menus.
• Prepare food following planned menus and standardized recipes and in compliance with all applicable food preparation regulations and guidelines. Maintain high standards of quality food production, nutrition, and portion control. Prepare sufficient quantity of food to meet requirements, ensure served at proper temperature, and maintain an attractive appearance and appealing taste.
• Maintain proper sanitation and safety in food preparation areas.
• Assist in cleaning of cooking area and other kitchen equipment and facilities.
• Consult with Supervisor on issues of menu planning, care planning, food preparation, therapeutic diets, etc.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Why You Are Qualified:
The ideal candidate will have the following:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) preferred.
• Culinary degree or equivalent work experience preferred.
• At least 1 year of related work experience required, preferably in a restaurant or food service environment.
• On a daily basis, throughout the workday: Must be capable of sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs, reaching, turning, bending, stooping, crouching and kneeling, reaching over the head, grasping with both hands, and fine manipulation. Must physically be able to lift up to 40 pounds unassisted.

Why You Should Apply:

• Competitive pay.
• Great benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and more.
• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holiday Pay programs.

Hired candidates will be required to successfully complete a criminal background check, valid references, pre-employment drug test, physical and proof of employment eligibility. EOE.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.