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Emerson House Senior Living
Senior Living Cook
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A Cook prepares food in a restaurant or institutional kitchen. May be responsible for a specific station or type of food preparation in a larger kitchen, or specialize as a short-order or fast-food cook. May prepare meals in private homes, or cater parties.
$36,102 / year median in Idaho
-1% projected decline
Job Description
Senior Living Cook Emerson House Senior Living Garden City, ID Job Details Full-time $18 - $20 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Employee relationship building Stakeholder relationship building Full Job Description Cook Senior Living Join a team that feels like family. Our senior living community in Garden City is looking for a warm-hearted, skilled Cook who enjoys preparing delicious meals and making a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors. What We Offer PTO Health, dental & vision insurance 401(k) opportunities A supportive, team-focused work environment where your contributions truly matter About the Role Our Cook plays a key part in creating a comfortable home-like experience for residents by preparing meals that are nutritious, appealing, and served with care. What Youll Do Prepare meals, beverages, and snacks according to standardized recipes Follow portion and recipe guidelines to support cost control, inventory, and nutritional needs Safely receive, store, prepare, cook, serve, cool, and reheat foods in compliance with regulations Properly store leftovers and ensure temperature standards are always maintained Clean and sanitize kitchen areas, equipment, and utensils Secure potentially hazardous utensils at the end of each shift Assist with deliveries and stocking Assist with food inventory, ordering, and menu design What Were Looking For Food Handlers certificate (or willingness to obtain) Prior cooking experienceespecially for groups or in a healthcare/assisted living setting Knowledge of basic math, cooking terminology, and measurement conversions Understanding of safe food handling, sanitation, and kitchen hygiene Skill and comfort using sharp kitchen tools Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and maintain daily logs Comfortable interacting with residents living with memory loss and diverse care needs Team-oriented attitude and ability to build positive relationships with coworkers, residents, and families Ability to maintain a clean, organized kitchen environment If you enjoy cooking for others and want to be part of a caring, mission-driven community, wed love to meet you! Apply today to join our team at Emerson House. #