Senior Cook & Kitchen Mentor

O'Connor Woods; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

O'Connor Woods in Stockton, CA is seeking a skilled Cook III to lead advanced kitchen operations and deliver quality meals for residents.

This role involves coaching cooks, maintaining high safety standards, and ensuring exceptional plate presentation, while collaborating with the Executive Chef.

Candidates should have at least one year in a commercial kitchen and be able to pass background checks and health certifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year cooking experience in a commercial kitchen.
• Experience training kitchen staff is highly preferred.
• Food Handlers Card and current certification required.
• Ability to communicate clearly and respectfully.
• English reading/writing and basic documentation skills.
• Ability to pass background check, drug screen, and TB test.
• Flexible to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food products for residents and customers.
• Provide hands-on training and coaching for kitchen staff.
• Ensure plate presentation is high quality.
• Demonstrate advanced cooking techniques across multiple stations.
• Follow proper procedures for receiving and storing food.
• Comply with state and regulatory requirements.
• Support communication with other departments.
• Provide support to Executive Chef or Kitchen Manager.
• Offer creative input for new dish ideas and presentations.

Skills

Cooking experience

Teaching staff

Food safety knowledge

Communication skills

English proficiency

Documentation skills

Background check clearance

Education

High school diploma

Job description

O'Connor Woods in Stockton, CA is seeking a skilled Cook III to lead advanced kitchen operations and deliver quality meals for residents.

This role involves coaching cooks, maintaining high safety standards, and ensuring exceptional plate presentation, while collaborating with the Executive Chef.

Candidates should have at least one year in a commercial kitchen and be able to pass background checks and health certifications.