Culinary Specialist

Oaks Senior Living, LLC is seeking a skilled and compassionate Line Cook to join our team. As a key member of our culinary team, you will be responsible for preparing and serving high-quality meals to our residents. If you have a passion for cooking and a commitment to providing exceptional customer service, we encourage you to apply.

Food Preparation and Service

• Prepare and cook food in accordance with nutritional guidelines, local health department regulations, and resident's individual prescribed diet and food preferences.
• Deliver quality meals, snacks, special diets as directed by the community.
• Present food in an appetizing and attractive manner.
• Assist in fostering residents' independence with eating by providing adaptive equipment when needed. Visit with residents at each meal when available and ensure quality service.
• Ensure that food is delivered on time and in a pleasant manner.
• Prepare food and coordinate food service for special events as requested.

Regulatory Compliance and Sanitation

• Ensure compliance with local health department regulations and the Oaks Senior Living policies and procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of food in accordance with infection control standards.

Requirements

• Experience in cooking for large groups.
• Certificate in food preparations training preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Must be 18 years of age. Must have a satisfactory criminal history check.
• Must have physical exam by a licensed physician. Must have a negative drug screen.
• Must be able to react in an emergency situation.

Working Conditions

To fulfill job requirements, employee must be able to perform key physical task for extended periods of time. Proper body mechanics and safety measures as prescribed by the residence must be used. In a typical eight-hour day, employee will:

• Stand/walk up to eight hours a day
• Sit up to two hours a day
• Frequently support up to 30 pounds
• Frequently lift/carry up to 50 pounds
• Frequently kneel, bend, and reach