Per Diem Cook for Resident Meals | On-Call

Elderwood Administrative Services; Village of Williamsville (NY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Full medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

HRA/FSA

Job summary

Elderwood is seeking a compassionate Cook to prepare nutritious, delicious meals for residents in a per diem/on-call capacity. You will follow menus, manage production sheets, and ensure safety and sanitation across the kitchen while supporting a welcoming, resident-focused dining environment.

Join a close-knit team dedicated to high-quality food service and resident well-being, with full benefits and opportunities to contribute to daily life at Elderwood.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 yrs. age required.
• Previous food preparation experience required.
• Ability to understand and organize food preparation activities.
• Ability to carry out cooking tasks safely and efficiently.
• Knowledge of food preparation and production process.
• Pride in quality of food and service.
• High degree of personal cleanliness and good hygiene.
• Respect for residents’ privacy and rights; dignified treatment of residents.

Responsibilities

• Review menus and production sheets to determine food quantities for regular and special diets.
• Prepare specified food items as assigned.
• Test cooked foods by tasting and smelling samples.
• Ensure sanitation and safety standards are met in all stages of food production.
• Maintain cleanliness of equipment and kitchen area.
• Supervise cooking; ensure food is held and served at correct temperature.
• Assist with preparation and distribution of foodstuffs.

Skills

Food prep

Sanitation

English required

Hygiene

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Elderwood is seeking a compassionate Cook to prepare nutritious, delicious meals for residents in a per diem/on-call capacity. You will follow menus, manage production sheets, and ensure safety and sanitation across the kitchen while supporting a welcoming, resident-focused dining environment.

Join a close-knit team dedicated to high-quality food service and resident well-being, with full benefits and opportunities to contribute to daily life at Elderwood.