Senior Living Cook & Kitchen Lead

Oxford Senior Living; Broken Arrow (OK); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxford Senior Living in Broken Arrow, OK is seeking a dedicated Cook to prepare meals for residents per the posted menu and recipes, while maintaining kitchen cleanliness and safety.

The role requires adherence to dietary needs for seniors, effective communication with servers, and accurate logging of temperatures and service records. Leadership in the absence of the Dining Services Director may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Food Handlers certification.
• 1 year of successful experience providing leadership in a food service setting.
• 2+ years preparing meals for large groups.
• Working knowledge of dietary requirements for seniors.
• Additional culinary training and/or nutrition certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to the current menu, using recipes provided to ensure consistency of entree.
• Observe and communicate with residents for specific preferences to ensure satisfaction and proper nutrition.
• Communicate with servers to ensure meals are presented and served appropriately.
• Food temperatures are to be taken and logged at each meal.
• Ensure kitchen and food preparation areas are clean and exceed regulatory standards.
• Continually monitor kitchen equipment to ensure they are in good working order and temperatures, and meet regulatory standards.
• Ensure food and supplies are labeled, dated, and stored appropriately.
• Maintain meal service records as required.
• Responsible for kitchen operations, including responsibility for assigning tasks and responsibilities for additional kitchen team members in the absence of the Dining Services Director.
• Partner with the Dining Services Director to recommend ways to enhance the dining experience for residents.

Skills

Meal preparation

Team leadership

Food safety

Communication with servers

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Oxford Senior Living in Broken Arrow, OK is seeking a dedicated Cook to prepare meals for residents per the posted menu and recipes, while maintaining kitchen cleanliness and safety.

The role requires adherence to dietary needs for seniors, effective communication with servers, and accurate logging of temperatures and service records. Leadership in the absence of the Dining Services Director may be required.