Cook

Job Description

Job Description

Cook- Full Time

Looking for our next all-star employee with assisted living experience. Charter Senior Living is dedicated to the care and wellbeing of our residents. It is our goal to assure that our residents’ lives are enhanced through compassionate care and honoring their life stories and legacy. Our mission To Enhance the Human Spirit not only pertains to residents but also our employees. We are committed to helping each of our employees have more than just a “job”. We want each of our associates to feel like they have a career and an opportunity to grow.

Mission

To Enhance the Human Spirit

Core Values

Serve with Heart Serve with Purpose Serve with Courage Have Fun While Serving

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• Flexible schedules

• We offer a free medical insurance plan.

• Paid Training, Time Off and Holiday Pay

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance and more

• Perfect attendance bonus program up to $100 extra a month

• Referral bonus

• Career growth

• Reliable hours and stable schedule

• Working environment where your voice is heard, and your experience will be respected and appreciated.

• Engaged company support team and understanding for working mothers and fathers.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Cook at Charter Senior Living is responsible for preparing and serving nutritious, delicious, and well-balanced meals for our residents. This role involves planning menus, cooking meals, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and adhering to food safety regulations. The Cook plays a vital role in ensuring that residents receive meals that meet their dietary needs and preferences while fostering a warm and inviting dining experience.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Meal Preparation: Prepare and cook meals according to established menus, recipes, and dietary guidelines. Ensure that meals are presented attractively and meet quality standards.

• Menu Planning: Assist in planning weekly menus that cater to residents’ dietary needs, preferences, and any special dietary restrictions or medical conditions.

• Food Safety: Follow all food safety and sanitation procedures, including proper food handling, storage, and cleanliness protocols. Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment.

• Resident Interaction: Engage with residents in a friendly and respectful manner. Address any meal preferences or dietary concerns they may have and make accommodations as needed.

• Inventory Management: Monitor food inventory levels, manage ordering of supplies, and ensure that all ingredients are fresh and used within their shelf life.

• Kitchen Maintenance: Maintain kitchen equipment and appliances in good working condition. Report any maintenance issues to the Food Services Manager.

• Team Collaboration: Work effectively with other kitchen staff, including kitchen aides and dietary aides, to ensure smooth meal service operations. Participate in team meetings and contribute to a positive work environment.

• Documentation: Complete and maintain required documentation, such as food temperature logs and cleaning schedules, to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Why Charter Senior Living?Here are just a few of things that our associates say...

• “It truly feels like a family at Charter.

• The residents are an extension of my family now.

• “You always hear about a company’s values and mission, but you hardly ever see them follow through, I love Charter because they truly mean what they say, they put the people first and truly believe in enhancing the human spirit.”

• “I love to chat with them and laugh because at Charter our values include “Have fun while serving”. We are charged with enhancing the human spirit of our residents, but they are really enhancing my spirit.”