Cook

Position Summary

Oaks Senior Living is currently recruiting a kind hearted, experienced Line Cook who has a passion for working with seniors. Our culture centers around a Person Centered Lifestyle with great core values and a dedication to enrich the lives of those we serve. Oaks Senior Living inspires team members to excel, rewards for excellence and creates a work environment where all are trusted and empowered with a sense of ownership.

Extremely rewarding opportunity with growth potential!

• Experience in cooking for large groups.
• Certificate in food preparations training preferred.
• Desire to work with older adults.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Friendly, caring disposition.
• Must be 18 years of age. Must have a satisfactory criminal history check.
• Must have physical exam by a licensed physician. Must have a negative drug screen.
• Must be able to react in an emergency situation.

• Identify and report food and supplies needed for the next week's menus.
• Assist in the receiving, rotation, and storage of products.
• Adhere to budgetary guidelines.

• Prep and cook food in accordance with nutritional guidelines, local health department regulations, and residents' individual prescribed diet and food preferences.
• Deliver quality meals, snacks, special diets as directed by the community.
• Present food in an appetizing and attractive manner.
• Assist in fostering residents' independence with eating by providing adaptive equipment when needed. Visit with residents at each meal when available and ensure quality service.
• Ensure that food is delivered on time and in a pleasant manner.
• Prepare food and coordinate food service for special events as requested.
• Encourage residents to participate in the monthly resident Food Service Committee meeting.
• Notify Food Service Director of any malfunctioning kitchen equipment or appliances.

• Ensure compliance with local health department regulations and the Oaks Senior Living policies and procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of food in accordance with infection control standards.
• Maintain CPR & First Aid certification.

• State food handling and kitchen regulations
• OSHA Standards
• Fire and Safety Procedures
• Operation of Kitchen Appliances

Food Service Director

• Stand/walk up to eight hours a day
• Sit up to two hours a day
• Frequently support up to 30 pounds
• Frequently lift/carry up to 50 pounds
• Frequently kneel, bend, and reach

Entry level

Full-time

Management and Manufacturing

Hospitals and Health Care