Cook- Lasata Crossings

Cook – Lasata Crossings Assisted Living

32 Hours per Week

Join the team at Lasata Crossings Assisted Living , where you'll help provide nutritious, high-quality meals that make a difference in the lives of our residents every day.

Schedule

• 32 hours per week
• Every other weekend and rotating holidays required
• Monday–Friday: Typically 9:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m. or 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
• Weekends: 6:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Starting Pay

$20.95 per hour , based on experience.

Position Summary

The Cook is responsible for preparing nutritious, appetizing meals in accordance with federal and state regulations, established policies and procedures, and standardized recipes. Working under the direction of the Dining Services Coordinator, this position helps ensure residents receive quality food service in a safe and welcoming environment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

40% – Food Preparation

• Prepare and cook meats and other menu items.
• Prepare salads, side dishes, and specialty items.
• Assist with holiday meals, special events, and therapeutic or modified diets.

25% – Meal Preparation

• Prepare meals according to planned menus and standardized recipes.
• Ensure meals are flavorful, attractive, and served at the appropriate temperature.
• Maintain high standards of food quality and presentation.

20% – Meal Service

• Assist with and oversee meal service to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Provide direction to Personal Care Workers (PCWs) as needed during meal service and cleanup.
• Help maintain a clean and organized dining service operation.

10% – Food Safety & Inventory

• Ensure food and supplies are available for meal preparation.
• Follow all dietary procedures, sanitation standards, and departmental policies.

5% – Other Duties

• Perform administrative tasks and other duties as assigned by the Dining Services Coordinator.

Benefits

Employees of Ozaukee County / Lasata Senior Living Campus enjoy a competitive compensation package, including:

• Health insurance
• Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education opportunities
• Voluntary dental, vision, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance

Work Setting: Assisted Living

If you enjoy cooking, take pride in preparing quality meals, and want to make a meaningful impact on the lives of older adults, we'd love to have you join our team at Lasata Crossings!

Ozaukee County offers a generous benefits package including: health, dental, life, & vision insurance; free employee health clinic & Teladoc; paid holidays, vacation, & sick time; state of Wisconsin WRS defined benefit pension program; bonus opportunities; employee fitness room; wellness program & wellness reimbursement; tuition reimbursement & continuing education opportunities; and more! Please note some that benefits offered are dependent on full-time/part-time status.

Ozaukee County prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type against applicants and employees on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, handicap, disability, genetics, veteran status or military service, marital status or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic or status protected by federal, state or local laws. Ozaukee County also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the requirements of the Americans With Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws.