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Culinary Cook

$17 per hour

Vitality Senior Services Management

Culinary Cook

Position: Culinary Cook - Forest Hills Commons

Schedule: 11am-7pm

Location: Jeffersontown, KY

Compensation: Starting at $17/hour

At Forest Hills Commons we are committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care that enriches the lives of our residents. Our team creates a welcoming environment where residents feel at home, supported, and valued. Join us and make a difference in the lives of seniors every day!

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Culinary Cook to join our team at a senior living community. The Culinary Cook is responsible for preparing high-quality meals that meet the nutritional needs and preferences of our residents in a safe, sanitary, and welcoming environment.

Essential Duties:

  • Prepare palatable, attractive, nutritionally adequate meals in batches ensuring proper temperature
  • Taste all food before serving to residents to ensure the food is good quality and palatable
  • Cover all hot plates and place under a heat lamp for delivery; cover and place cold plates in a designated area, ensuring all are served at the proper temperature
  • Plan menus and prepare seasonally inspired meals, including any special dietary requirements
  • Monitor and record food temperatures at each meal
  • Frequently taste and adjust food for proper appearance, flavor, smell, and consistency
  • Plan Chef's Choice items to be served daily, verifying selection with Culinary Director as requested
  • Supervise servers to prepare food, clean, and store supplies and equipment
  • Oversee servers as they complete resident checklists and communicate to ensure residents' needs are met
  • Assists in receiving and storage of deliveries from vendors
  • Maintains a clean food service work area as food preparation and service is in process

Work Experience Requirements:

  • A high school diploma or equivalent required
  • Must have completed all ServSafe educational requirements
  • Excellent organizational, time-management and computer skills
  • Strong leadership and team management skills
  • Enthusiasm and a positive attitude
  • Willingness to perform additional duties as assigned

What We Offer:

  • On-Demand Pay so you can access wages you've already earned between paydays. Perfect for unexpected expenses!
  • Competitive salary
  • 401(k) retirement plan (available to both full-time and part-time employees)
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • A supportive, inclusive work environment where you can make a meaningful impact
  • Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and voluntary benefits for eligible full-time employees
  • The opportunity to be part of a growing, vibrant company

Exempt/Non-Exempt - Non-Exempt

Full-Time/Part-Time - Full-Time and/or Part-Time

Location - Forest Hills Commons

EOE Statement - We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

This position is currently accepting applications.

Vitality Senior Services Management
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