Culinary Specialist

We are seeking a skilled Cook to join our team at Sunrise Senior Living. As a Cook, you will be responsible for ensuring the proper, timely, and safe preparation and service of food according to established recipes, while adhering to all food safety and sanitation requirements and maintaining a safe and orderly kitchen.

• Prepare and serve meals in a timely manner and in accordance with established standardized recipes and menus.
• Utilize production sheets to accurately record food production quantities and cooking, holding, and cooling temperatures.
• Prepare required dietary modifications as ordered.
• Use Sunrise systems per guidelines for order taking and meal delivery to ensure accuracy.
• Stock, rotate, date, and store product according to food safety standards and regulations.
• Maintain clean and organized kitchen, storage, and work areas.
• Complete assigned cleaning duties and ensure accuracy of daily and weekly cleaning logs.
• Maintain accurate equipment logs and report any issues promptly.
• Maintain all cooking equipment in a safe and working order and report any issues promptly.
• Comply with OSHA/British Columbia Workers Compensation Act and Occupational Health and Safety Regulation requirements and Risk Management programs and policies, adhere to safety rules and regulations, and practice safety procedures at all times including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), fire extinguishers, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and Lockout Tagout procedures.

• One (1) year job related experience including food preparation in a restaurant, hotel, or other similar environment.
• High School Diploma/GED.
• Maintain the following certifications and ongoing training and re-education as required by Sunrise and regulations and laws as applicable:
  • CPR Certificate and First Aid Certificate.
  • ServSafe Manager Certificate.
  • Local Health Department Food Handler Card.
  • Prior culinary apprenticeship or training a plus.
• Written and verbal skills for effective communication.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Demonstrates good judgment, problem solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities.

Sunrise Senior Living has championed quality of life in senior care for more than 30 years. We believe team members are our greatest resource and are looking for people who share our commitment to provide quality care for seniors and their families.

We offer a competitive compensation package, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability plans, retirement savings plans, employee assistant program/discount program, paid time off (PTO), sick time, and holiday pay. We also offer daily pay, tuition reimbursement, and other benefits.

Apply today to learn why Sunrise Senior Living is a certified Great Place to Work.