Cook (Part-Time)

When you work at Clarendale of Algonquin, you have a front-row seat to the amazing life stories of the wisest people on earth. What's more, you are part of an extraordinary company - one that's investing in the future of senior living by investing in you. Don't just do a job; be part of an extraordinary life!

Clarendale of Algonquin is recruiting for a team-focused Cook to join our team! This position is responsible for full-scope, hands-on food preparation and cooking in the Culinary Services Department and is responsible for maintaining a superior level of quality service and cleanliness at all times.

Here are a few of the daily responsibilities of a Cook:

• Exemplify at all times Community standards of cleanliness, sanitation and operational organization.
• Responsible for adhering to food quality, appearance and presentation standards at all times.
• Produce and serve menu cycle programs that are compliant with required nutritional/dietary criteria as required by local regulations and correctly prepare diets provided per policy and procedure.
• Exhibit cooking standards of speed, accuracy, and efficiency.
• Demonstrate knowledge in all areas of cooking preparation and production.
• Assist with serving of meals and ware washing as necessary.
• Visit residents periodically to evaluate food service such as quality, quantity, temperature, and appearance; and conduct evaluations to make revisions in operations / procedures to promote improved food service.
• Represent the community in a warm and inviting manner, which creates a positive marketing environment.
• Supports creating a culture where the business decisions made in this position, along with individual employee engagement, drive top-line revenue and occupancy.

Here are a few of the qualifications we need you to have:

• High school diploma.
• Culinary degree preferred.
• Minimum of one year restaurant/senior living or equivalent cooking experience.

Pay Range: $21.00/hr - $23.00/hr, based on experience.

Benefits: Part-time employees working a certain number of hours per week are eligible for some benefits options, including some health / dental / vision choices, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with matching contributions, and an employee assistance program.

Work Schedule: Sundays through Tuesdays each week.

Many roles in the community may require that we ask about your vaccination status, which may include MMR, chicken pox, hepatitis, flu and COVID-19 vaccine status.

If you're an enthusiastic, compassionate, senior care professional who is passionate about hospitality and senior engagement- please apply, we'd love to get to know you!

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