Resident Dining Cook - Therapeutic Diets

Phoenix Senior Living; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix Senior Living in Decatur seeks a dedicated Cook to handle all food preparation and service, ensuring quality and hospitality standards for residents. The role reports to the Food and Beverage Director and requires adherence to menus, recipes, and sanitary procedures.

The position emphasizes timely food production, temperature controls, and compliance with local regulations. A High School Diploma or GED is required, with preferred culinary training and SERV Safe certification.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Culinary apprenticeship or training is preferred.
• One year of job-related experience including food preparation and therapeutic diets.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals according to approved menus and recipes.
• Maintain sanitary conditions in all food service areas and comply with safety standards.
• Monitor temperatures, taste, and quality to ensure service standards.
• Follow all dietary restrictions and modifications as directed.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation practices

Menu adherence

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SERV Safe Certification

Job description

Phoenix Senior Living in Decatur seeks a dedicated Cook to handle all food preparation and service, ensuring quality and hospitality standards for residents. The role reports to the Food and Beverage Director and requires adherence to menus, recipes, and sanitary procedures.

The position emphasizes timely food production, temperature controls, and compliance with local regulations. A High School Diploma or GED is required, with preferred culinary training and SERV Safe certification.