Senior Living Cook — Craft Nutritious, Appealing Menus

Jackson Creek Senior Living; Elkhorn Precinct (NE); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday & anniversary PTO

Tuition Assistance

Double pay on holidays

PTO accrual on DAY 1

Referral Bonus

Free meal during shift (Up to $260)

Loyalty Incentive

Employee Recognition Program

Discounts through Verizon and AT&T

Pay Advance Program

Medical and Prescription Drug 보험 포함

Basic Term Life/AD&D

401K

Job summary

Dial is seeking a full-time Cook in Elkhorn, NE to independently prepare meals and manage food production, supporting the Sous or Executive Chef in maintaining high quality and safety standards.

You will prepare and cook a variety of meals for residents, adapt recipes for dietary needs, and ensure attractive plating. The role requires 2+ years of cooking experience in senior living, healthcare, or restaurant settings and knowledge of food safety.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• 2+ years cooking experience in senior living, healthcare, or restaurant setting.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and dietary guidelines.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 40 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of meals for residents with attention to quality and presentation.
• Alter or adapt recipes to accommodate special dining needs of residents or to improve recipes.
• Ensure attractive presentation of food on the plate before serving.
• Identify food and supplies needed for the next week’s menus and report to the supervisor.
• Participate in new menu and special menu planning.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work area and kitchen/storage areas.
• Ensure proper handling, labeling and storage of food for infection control.
• Prepare meats for storage and portion control upon delivery.
• Assist with dishwashing and kitchen sanitation, as needed.
• Notify manager of food supply needs and malfunctioning equipment or appliances.
• Assist in the recording of Ready – to – Use – food items into the TELS website. Three items should be recorded for every meal.
• Record cooler, freezer and dish machine temperatures in the TELS website.
• Report any on-the-job injuries to the supervisor before the end of the work shift on the day the injury occurs.
• Maintain confidentiality of verbal and written information pertaining to residents, community operations and personnel.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Teamwork

Kitchen appliance operation

Physical stamina

Tools

Dishwasher

Garbage disposal

Microwave

Coffee maker

Ice machine

Blender

Food processor

Meat slicer

Mixer

Job description

Dial is seeking a full-time Cook in Elkhorn, NE to independently prepare meals and manage food production, supporting the Sous or Executive Chef in maintaining high quality and safety standards.

You will prepare and cook a variety of meals for residents, adapt recipes for dietary needs, and ensure attractive plating. The role requires 2+ years of cooking experience in senior living, healthcare, or restaurant settings and knowledge of food safety.