Senior Living Cook: Nutritious Meals & Resident Care

Primrose Retirement Communities; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

EAP

Job summary

Primrose Retirement Communities in Appleton, Wisconsin, is seeking a Cook to provide residents and guests with a pleasant dining experience through the preparation and service of nutritious meals. You will follow recipes, help develop menus, and support the dining team.

The role requires prior kitchen experience, sanitation certification or the ability to obtain it within 30 days, and a collaborative, resident-focused approach.

Qualifications

• Must have previous kitchen experience.
• Sanitation Certification (ServSafe) or ability to obtain certification within 30 days of hire.
• Must be flexible and accommodating to residents and guests.
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Must have a solid work ethic, positive attitude, and be a good team player.

Responsibilities

• Follows written recipes and prepares high quality, delicious, and nutritious menu options.
• Assists in developing menus and special meals, following a daily prep list.
• Helps the Dining Director/Executive Chef with inventory and ordering.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary working environment, including cleaning equipment and timely attention to dirty dishes.
• Assists with various cooking methods including baking, frying, cold salad prep, sauteing, and general short order cooking.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Baking experience

ServSafe

Job description

Primrose Retirement Communities in Appleton, Wisconsin, is seeking a Cook to provide residents and guests with a pleasant dining experience through the preparation and service of nutritious meals. You will follow recipes, help develop menus, and support the dining team.

The role requires prior kitchen experience, sanitation certification or the ability to obtain it within 30 days, and a collaborative, resident-focused approach.