Senior Living Cook | Weekend Shifts & Great Benefits

TOWN VILLAGE AUDUBON PARK; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO (Paid Time Off) and Holiday Pay

Daily pay

401K with discretionary employer match

Short and long-term disability

Referral Bonuses

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Town Village Audubon Park in Memphis, TN seeks a Cook to provide wholesome, nutritious food served at the right temperature. Reports to the Dining Services Director and supports a team-focused, resident-centered environment in a senior living community.

The role requires high school diploma or GED, 2+ years cooking experience (healthcare/hospitality preferred), and Serv-Safe certification is a plus. Excellent customer service and strong hygiene are essential.

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

English language

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Serv-Safe Certification

Job description

Town Village Audubon Park in Memphis, TN seeks a Cook to provide wholesome, nutritious food served at the right temperature. Reports to the Dining Services Director and supports a team-focused, resident-centered environment in a senior living community.

The role requires high school diploma or GED, 2+ years cooking experience (healthcare/hospitality preferred), and Serv-Safe certification is a plus. Excellent customer service and strong hygiene are essential.