Prep Cook (Full Time)

603 Oak Crest Village, Inc.; Attleboro Falls (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

3% 401k match

PTO and volunteer hours

Staff dining discount 30%

Job summary

Oak Crest Village by Erickson Senior Living is hiring a Prep Cook to contribute to Signature Dining Programs and craft chef-inspired dishes in state-of-the-art kitchens. The role emphasizes teamwork, food safety, and high-quality menu execution in a senior living community.

Seasoned culinary staff are needed to work some weekends and holidays; the work environment features modern equipment and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must have culinary experience.
• Able to work weekends and holidays.
• Lift up to 50 pounds.
• Work in varying temperatures (hot kitchens to cold storage).

Responsibilities

• Assist in the consistent preparation of all food items according to safety and cooking techniques.
• Maintain a clean and sanitized kitchen and workstation.
• Prepare and assemble high-quality menu items to drive resident satisfaction.

Skills

Culinary experience

Teamwork

Food safety

Job description

Location: Oak Crest Village by Erickson Senior Living

Join our team as a Prep Cook if you’re passionate about food and teamwork, with culinary experience. You will contribute to our Signature Dining Programs, engaging in à la minute cooking and creating chef-inspired dishes, while working with a dedicated team in state-of-the-art kitchens and using top-notch equipment.

What we offer

• Quality of life – most of our restaurant's team members are out before 9pm PTO, volunteer hours, and competitive benefits packages including medical, dental, vision for eligible team members, in accordance with applicable state law 30% discount on food and drinks at on-site dining venues, plus additional healthy choice meal options at discounted prices!
• A culture of diversity, inclusion, equity and belonging, which builds on our mission, vision and values
• Growth Opportunities – grow with the company as we open new communities and expand on our existing ones!
• Onsite medical centers, providing wellness visits and sick care for all team members over 18 years of age
• 401k for all team members 18 and over with a company 3% match
• Compensation: commensurate with experience ranging from $16.31 - $19.50 hourly

How you will make an impact

• Assist in the consistent preparation all food items according to proper safety and cooking techniques
• Maintain a clean and sanitized kitchen and work station
• Use your culinary talents to prepare and assemble high quality menu items that drive resident satisfaction

What you will need

• Must be able to work some weekends and holidays.
• Be able to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work in varying temperatures, from hot kitchens to cold refrigerators and freezers

Please note that specific state regulations and requirements may be applicable. These regulations take precedence over the requirements outlined in the job description.

Oak Crest is a beautiful 87-acre continuing care retirement community in Parkville, MD. We’re part of a growing national network of communities managed by Erickson Senior Living, one of the country’s largest and most respected providers of senior living and health care. Oak Crest helps people live better lives by fulfilling our promises of a vibrant lifestyle, financial stability, and focused health and well-being services for those who live and work with us.

As part of our team, you'll enjoy flexibility and work-life balance to meet your personal and professional goals, and we are committed to providing you with opportunities to learn and grow.

Erickson Senior Living, its affiliates, and managed communities are Equal Opportunity Employers and are committed to providing a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.

Since 1983, Erickson Senior Living’s national network of managed communities has been devoted to one mission—helping people live better lives. If you're driven to make a difference and feel passionate about what you do, you'll thrive in an Erickson Senior Living career. Experience a work and social environment beyond the traditional office setting, with access to multiple on-campus dining choices, health and wellness facilities, lush green spaces, and so much more. Come see why we’re among the most respected names in senior living, now serving 27,000 residents with a team of more than 14,000 employees.