Senior Living Kitchen Cook — Fresh, Safe Meals

The company name is \"The Highlands at Wyomissing\".; Wyomissing (Berks County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Highlands at Wyomissing is seeking a dedicated Cook to join our dining team. You will prepare, produce, and present daily menu items for residents while following recipes, portion control and food safety standards.

In this role you’ll ensure timely service, maintain sanitation, and assist with training and HACCP compliant operations. Prior experience in senior living or healthcare food service is a plus. We value teamwork and reliability to create a positive dining experience for residents.

Qualifications

• High school Diploma or GED (Required)
• Culinary training (Preferred)
• 1-3 years’ experience in cooking (Required)
• Prior experience working with senior population (preferred)
• SERV Safe Certification (Preferred)
• Completion of the Highlands Hearthstone Ambassador training within 30 days of employment (Required)

Responsibilities

• Daily food production, service and customer satisfaction through proper food handling procedures, guidelines and portion control.
• Prepares, sets up and monitors daily food production following standardized recipes and techniques.
• Ensures FIFO method is used when preparing daily items.
• Prepares all food items within SERV Safe guidelines.
• Makes sure food is available when needed.
• Maintains quality and presentation of all served items.
• Handles labeling, dating and use-by dates for all foods.
• Minimizes waste through efficient use of leftovers and production sheets.
• Takes temperatures and ensures proper prep and pull sheets are used.
• Completes prep for following days according to function worksheets.
• Ensures menu items and plate presentation meet standards.
• Maintains stamina during peak mealtimes and sanitation of work areas.
• Follows glove and hairnet policy and participates in ongoing training.

Skills

Communication skills

Fast-paced work

MS Office proficiency

Education

High school Diploma or GED

Culinary training

1-3 years cooking experience

Senior population experience

SERV Safe Certification

Highlands Hearthstone Ambassador training

Job description

The Highlands at Wyomissing is seeking a dedicated Cook to join our dining team. You will prepare, produce, and present daily menu items for residents while following recipes, portion control and food safety standards.

In this role you’ll ensure timely service, maintain sanitation, and assist with training and HACCP compliant operations. Prior experience in senior living or healthcare food service is a plus. We value teamwork and reliability to create a positive dining experience for residents.