Part-Time Senior Living Cook — Fresh, Care-Driven Meals

Cornerstonemgmt; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid Time Off

Training opportunities

Job summary

The Harbor & The Haven, situated in Norwood Young America, seeks a part-time cook to prepare and serve daily meals for residents and guests. This role emphasizes exceptional customer service and 27 hours weekly schedule within a supportive, resident-centered environment.

Responsibilities include following dietary menus, safe handling, recipe adherence, and assisting with staff training. The facility prides itself on professional development and a collaborative team culture.

Qualifications

• Must understand and communicate food service vocabulary.
• Must be punctual, with a good attendance record.
• Must be mature and emotionally stable using calm and kind tone of voice, remaining calm in difficult or unusual circumstances.
• Must be able to prioritize and organize work effectively and efficiently, staying on task.
• Must be flexible and adaptable to changing situations.
• Must be compassionate and work with tact and ethical awareness.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to menu and dietary needs, using safe and sanitary food handling practices.
• Follow recipes, portion control, and presentation standards to deliver high-quality, attractive meals on schedule.
• Receive, label, and store food properly to ensure safety and minimize waste.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen and work areas.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and report any issues to the Chef Supervisor.
• Support and direct Wait Staff as needed; assist with training and scheduling.
• Ensure compliance with state food safety regulations, including HACCP and the Minnesota Food Code.
• Communicate concerns or incidents to management promptly.

Skills

Food service vocabulary

Punctual

Mature and emotionally stable

Prioritize and organize

Flexible

Compassionate

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Service-oriented mindset

Verbal communication

Relate to senior adults

Paperwork literacy

Job description

The Harbor & The Haven, situated in Norwood Young America, seeks a part-time cook to prepare and serve daily meals for residents and guests. This role emphasizes exceptional customer service and 27 hours weekly schedule within a supportive, resident-centered environment.

Responsibilities include following dietary menus, safe handling, recipe adherence, and assisting with staff training. The facility prides itself on professional development and a collaborative team culture.