Cook for Assisted Living. - Full-time

Senior Assisted Living looking for a cook to join our culinary team. This position is full time and does require working weekends and holidays. We are open to training a new cook with very little experience as long as they possess a passion for food and being a great team member. Primary Job Description: Prepare food and oversee presentation for all food, including special functions from start to finish. Follow all HACCP procedures.Job Performance Standards:Provide outstanding customer service to residents and guests at SPT.Follows and has knowledge of safety and sanitation rules and practices.General knowledge of regulatory requirements regarding proper portion sizes and medical preparation of food items such as pureed and slurry.Produce all entrees and accompaniments & any special functions or catering.Oversee employees in the preparation of the next day's menu and oversee the work as necessary.Assists Executive Chef or Sous Chef to compile special menus and prepares the special food items that enhance resident enjoyment.Function as grill cook producing omelets, burgers, and other special diet needs for residents.Maintain a clean and sanitary work area at all times. Clean and sanitize work station at the end of each shift.Keep reach-in refrigerators and freezer clean and organized with stored items dated and labeled per HACCP regulations.Able to demonstrate ability to communicate effectively with staff, colleagues and supervisors.QUALIFICATIONS:Ability to read, speak and understand English.Must have attention to detail, follow through and good interpersonal/problem solving ability.Formal cooking school training is a plus.Must successfully pass a health screening including an approved tuberculosis test.Must successfully pass a Criminal Record Clearance through the California Department of Justice.PHYSICAL/SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: (with or without corrective devices)Able to move continually throughout the facility during the work day.Able to cope effectively with physical and mental performance elements.Demonstrate emotional stability.Able to lift, push, pull up to 35 pounds.Hearing adequate to communicate with peers and residents.We are an equal opportunity employer.Pay is $15+ per hour DOE.