Cook (Part-time)

EDEN EAST Is a portfolio of skilled nursing. As an industry-leading provider of post-acute care, Eden East has been dedicated to changing the way healthcare is delivered. We are passionate about elevating and enhancing our employees as they are the core of the care and love we aim for, cultivating a family-like environment to ensure our residents are treated like family.

Edenbrook South is currently looking for a positive and reliable Cook who understands the importance of their role in delivering high-quality care through excellent meal preparation and service.

Position: Cook (Part-Time)

• Schedule: Must be flexible to work both AM and PM shifts (5:30 AM-1:30 PM and 12:00 PM-8:00 PM, every other weekend off).
• Pay Rate: $16.25/hour

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook high-quality, nutritious meals in accordance with established recipes, menus, and dietary guidelines.
• Set up workstations with all required ingredients, equipment, and supplies before meal preparation.
• Wash, chop, measure, and prepare ingredients to ensure efficient food production.
• Cook food using a variety of techniques, including grilling, baking, roasting, steaming, sautéing, and boiling.
• Monitor food during preparation and cooking to ensure proper taste, texture, quality, and temperature.
• Plate and garnish meals with attention to presentation, consistency, and portion control.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and infection control standards at all times.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen, workstations, and food storage areas.
• Properly label, rotate, and store food and ingredients following FIFO (First In, First Out) practices.
• Monitor food quality and freshness, discarding items that do not meet quality standards.
• Assist with inventory management by tracking supplies and notifying management when stock is running low.
• Work collaboratively with the dietary team to ensure timely meal service and resident satisfaction.
• Comply with all local, state, and federal health and safety regulations.

Qualifications Skills:

• Previous experience as a Cook or in a commercial kitchen preferred.
• Knowledge of food preparation techniques, cooking methods, and kitchen equipment.
• Experience using commercial kitchen tools, cookware, knives, and bakeware safely.
• Understanding of food safety, sanitation, and safe food handling practices.
• Ability to follow standardized recipes and dietary instructions accurately.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and time management skills.
• Attention to detail with a commitment to delivering high-quality meals.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 40 pounds, as needed.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Culinary training or certification is a plus.
• Experience in a healthcare, assisted living, nursing home, or senior living setting is preferred but not required.

Why Join Our Team?

If you're passionate about preparing delicious, nutritious meals and enjoy making a positive difference in the lives of seniors, we'd love to have you on our team. Join a compassionate organization where your culinary skills help create a warm, welcoming dining experience for our residents every day.