Cook

Prepare and serve nourishing and palatable meals and other foods in accordance with menu and to support specific diet orders. Hours: Full-time, and/or Part-time 2nd shift *Must work every other weekend and every other holiday. Duties:

• Provide input to menu planning and distribution; review menus and work order to identify type and quantity of food to be prepared prior to preparation of daily meals and special events.
• Prepare meals according to planned menus and therapeutic diets; assure conformance to schedule.
• Cook a variety of fresh and nutritional recipes that meet residents’ dietary restrictions and food preferences.
• Operate a variety of kitchen utensils and equipment (blenders, mixers, grinders, slicers and tenderizers).
• Assure food quality; test and observe food.
• Assure dietary procedures and policies are up to date and followed.
• Seek feedback from residents and family members to assure satisfaction; make adjustments.
• Perform various kitchen duties including set-up and cleaning, and proper labeling and dating to assure a safe and sanitary food preparation environment; remove refuse.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Cook in a catering or fine dining setting.
• Knowledge of food preparation techniques, kitchen equipment, and food industry standards.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Strong understanding of food safety practices and regulations.
• Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented mindset. Eliza Jennings is dedicated to upholding the dignity and well-being of older adults. Join our team and be part of an organization that values respect, empowerment, and excellence. VISION (What we aspire to) Make aging experience of a lifetime! MISSION (How we operate) We affirm the dignity and individual worth of older adults and their right to attain the highest possible quality of life. We strive to nurture and sustain their physical, emotional, intellectual, social, and spiritual health. We are committed to having a community in which every member is equally respected, valued, and empowered