Cook

Overview

Starting at $15.50

Join our dynamic team at Bickford Senior Living as a Cook. The Cook supports the Kitchen Manager and prepares food to serve residents in our restaurant-style dining experience called the “Bread Basket.”

• Full-time employees are eligible for all benefits (medical, dental, vision, and voluntary products)
• Part-time employees (29 or fewer hours per week) are eligible for Voluntary Life, Voluntary Short-Term Disability
• Benefits start the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment (full-time)
• Prescription savings plans
• All employees are eligible for 401(k) with employer match
• Pay available daily

• Prepare meals following Bickford’s menus, processes, and expectations.
• Serve food timely, at the correct temperatures, and appropriately plated.
• Ensure Bickford’s process is followed during meal service.
• Interact with residents in the Dining Room during meals to enhance their dining experience.
• Wash dishes, pots, and pans following Bickford’s dishwashing procedure.
• Follow the Kitchen Daily Task Guide.
• Utilize residents’ Meal Order Information to follow/track diets, allergies, and preferences.
• Maintain food service records in accordance with regulatory requirements and Bickford’s policies.
• Store food in accordance with regulatory requirements and Bickford’s policies.
• Complete assigned tasks from the Kitchen Rotational Cleaning Schedule.
• Maintain kitchen and dining room to meet regulatory requirements and Bickford’s expectations for cleanliness.
• Ensure Bistro/Beverage Bar is stocked with appropriate refreshments.
• Coordinate with Kitchen Manager to ensure appropriate food/refreshments are provided for tours and events.

• Exhibits a learner’s mindset
• Ability to handle multiple priorities
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Good judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

Bickford Senior Living is a community of caregivers dedicated to enriching residents’ happiness. Founded in 1991 in Olathe, Kansas, by the Eby Family. We have grown to over 50 locations in 7 states. We pride ourselves on a family environment that supports thousands of residents and employees.

We deliver high-quality care with a personal touch and encourage residents to enjoy life to the fullest. We offer programs, rewards, and benefits to help team members live their best. We are committed to leadership development and helping our team members achieve their career goals.