Senior Living Cook — Restaurant-Style Dining & Care

Wingate Living; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Wingate Living in Providence, RI is seeking a skilled cook to work closely with the Executive Chef to deliver a restaurant-style dining experience for residents. This full-time position requires attention to quality, portion control, and friendly service in a senior living community.

Successful candidates have at least three years of cooking experience, teamwork, and the ability to handle multiple tasks. ServSafe certification is preferred; occasional coverage at other communities may be

Qualifications

• Successful completion of ServSafe certification course preferred.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Minimum of three years' experience as a Cook in a food service environment required.
• Must be detail oriented and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Must be willing to assist at another community for coverage or help during an emergency; travel will be reimbursed.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and cooks meals according to established recipes and approved menus.
• Complies with quality and consistency of the food to include food temperatures, portion control, palatability and attractiveness of food.
• Perform defined work routines using various dietary utensils, supplies and equipment as assigned by supervisor.
• Required to assist in the cleaning of the kitchen equipment, food storage area, and supply areas according to the community schedule.
• Required to remove garbage from the kitchen and to clean trash containers.
• Assist in receiving and storing food and supplies.
• Committed to working with residents and families to develop and implement strategies that promote person-centered care.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Cook

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Job description

Wingate Living in Providence, RI is seeking a skilled cook to work closely with the Executive Chef to deliver a restaurant-style dining experience for residents. This full-time position requires attention to quality, portion control, and friendly service in a senior living community.

Successful candidates have at least three years of cooking experience, teamwork, and the ability to handle multiple tasks. ServSafe certification is preferred; occasional coverage at other communities may be