Senior Living Cook

Inspirations of Tempe; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO and Holiday Pay

Daily pay

401K with employer match

Short and long-term disability

Referral Bonuses

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Inspirations of Tempe is seeking a Cook to prepare nutritious meals for residents in a senior living community. The cook will use high-quality ingredients, follow recipes and portion sizes, and maintain safe food handling practices under the direction of the Dining Services Director.

The role requires a minimum of a High School Diploma or GED, at least two years of cooking experience (healthcare or hospitality preferred), and a valid Fingerprint Clearance Card.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED at a minimum.
• Minimum two years cooking experience preferably within the healthcare or hospitality field.
• Serv-Safe Certification preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Be free of communicable disease.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Completion of drug testing and criminal record background check upon hire and upon request of supervisor.
• Physical ability to bend, stand, lift up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve all food items using high quality ingredients and correct portions.
• Record and monitor food temperatures during storage, preparation, cooking, and serving.
• Label, date, and properly store all foods; monitor temperatures of coolers and freezers daily.
• Control overproduction and waste; adhere to safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Follow safety procedures while operating kitchen equipment; maintain clean work areas.
• Collaborate with team to maintain a pleasant, efficient work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

English proficiency

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Serv-Safe Certification preferred

Tools

Fingerprint Clearance Card

Job description

• Must have a valid Fingerprint Clearance Card

At Inspirations of Tempe, we are dedicated to enriching the lives of our residents through compassionate care and unwavering support. We are seeking individuals who share our commitment to creating exceptional living experiences and who are eager to contribute to a supportive, family-like atmosphere. When you join Inspirations of Tempe, you become an integral part of a team that values making a positive difference every single day. If you are driven by empathy and excellence, we invite you to bring your talents to our welcoming community.

Full-time benefits include:

• PTO (Paid Time Off) and Holiday Pay: Take advantage of paid time off to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Daily pay: Get paid daily, providing you with financial flexibility and control over your earnings.
• 401K with employer match: Plan for your financial future with our 401k program.
• Short and long-term disability: Financial security while you recover from an injury that puts you out of work
• Referral Bonuses: Refer qualified candidates and earn rewards
• Tuition Reimbursement: Invest in your education with our support
• Employee Assistance Program: C onnecting our employees with resources for handling personal challenges

Summary of Duties of the Cook

The primary responsibility of the Cook is to provide wholesome, nutritious, and attractive food that is served at the appropriate temperature. The Cook reports to the Dining Services Director

Essential Functions of the Cook

• Prepare and serve all food items using high quality ingredients and appropriate garnishes.
• Use recipes and correct portion sizes to provide a consistent product while controlling costs.
• Record and monitor food temperatures during storage, preparation, cooking, and serving.
• Label, date, and properly store all foods.
• Monitor and record temperatures of all kitchen refrigerators and freezers daily.
• Control overproduction and waste of all food items.
• Comply with all state and local rules and regulations for a clean, safe, and sanitary kitchen.
• Responsible for washing and sanitizing food service equipment.
• Responsible for general cleaning of cook’s area, freezers, refrigerators, and storage areas.
• Follow established safety procedures while operating kitchen equipment.
• Responsible for storage of items received from vendors.
• Check inventory of needed supplies daily to ensure proper stock levels for the preparation of menu items.
• Mop and clean kitchen as needed.
• Removes garbage to dumpster as needed.
• Reports equipment and safety issues to the Food Service Director.
• Work as a team member to maintain a pleasant, effective work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Non-Essential Functions of the Cook

• Supports and participates in the resident centered activity programs.
• Participates in projects or committees as assigned.
• Attends all associate meetings including in-service education and associate functions, as requested by supervisor.
• Assists in variety of tasks involving residents as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED at a minimum.
• Minimum two years cooking experience preferably within the healthcare or hospitality field.
• Serv-Safe Certification preferred.
• Physical requirements include the ability to communicate by speaking, seeing, and hearing sufficient to serve the residents.
• Professional and neat appearance and presentation, adherence to the dress code, and good personal hygiene are expected.
• Must have excellent customer service and interpersonal skills to work with various levels of people, associates, and residents.
• Be free of communicable disease.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Ability to relate to residents and associates in a courteous and diplomatic manner under all circumstances
• Completion of drug testing and criminal record background check upon hire and upon request of supervisor.
• Physical requirements include bending, standing, lifting, stooping, sitting, walking, stretching, and ability to lift/carry up to 40 pounds.
• Adhere to and carry out all policies and procedures.

There is no greater way to elevate your career than by contributing your passion and skill to a senior living community. Grace Management, Inc. is committed to helping nurture a sense of belonging by helping you grow professionally. The quality of our communities is determined by the quality of our employees.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred

Detail Oriented

Detail Oriented

: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated

: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Team Player

: Works well as a member of a group

Motivations

Preferred

Work-Life Balance

: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work

Peer Recognition
: Inspired to perform well by the praise of coworkers

Ability to Make an Impact

: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Growth Opportunities
: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Education

Required

High School or better.

Experience

Required

Must have the following Credentials up to date :- CPR/First Aid Certification- Food Handler's Card- Level One (Non-IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card

Equal Opportunity Employer

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