Senior Care Kitchen Cook - Nutritious, From-Scratch Meals

Devonshire Care Center; Sterling (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Devonshire Care Center in Sterling, CO is seeking a Cook responsible for preparing, cooking, and serving nutritious meals for residents, following menus and state regulations.

You will handle a variety of foods, supervise kitchen staff in absence of Executive Chef, maintain kitchen cleanliness, and ensure food is served hot and safely.

The role emphasizes correct seasoning, cooking times, temperature controls, and prudent waste management to deliver appealing meals for residents.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience: Previous experience in the dining department of a senior care community preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
• Follow menus and schedules; ensure hot food is served hot and cold food is served cold.
• Use seasoning, cooking times, and temperature controls correctly to maintain quality.
• Estimate quantities, minimize waste, and utilize leftovers while serving attractive meals.
• Supervise kitchen staff in the absence of the Executive Chef and maintain cleanliness and safety standards.

Skills

Food preparation

Large quantity cooking

Dietary knowledge

Food safety certification

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Devonshire Care Center in Sterling, CO is seeking a Cook responsible for preparing, cooking, and serving nutritious meals for residents, following menus and state regulations.

You will handle a variety of foods, supervise kitchen staff in absence of Executive Chef, maintain kitchen cleanliness, and ensure food is served hot and safely.

The role emphasizes correct seasoning, cooking times, temperature controls, and prudent waste management to deliver appealing meals for residents.