About our community

We are an exceptional assisted living community, personalizing in the approach of ensuring every resident has their specific needs met at every stage. We strive daily to create the best life for all we serve.

Position summary

We are seeking a skilled and creative Prep Cook to join our senior living community's culinary team. This role is a unique blend of pastry expertise and preparation skills, responsible for creating delicious baked goods and assisting with food preparation. The Pastry/Prep Cook will contribute to the culinary experience of our residents by producing high-quality pastries and supporting the overall kitchen operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Pastry Production: Prepare a variety of baked goods, desserts, and pastries following established recipes and presentation guidelines. This includes cakes, cookies, tarts, and other delectable treats.
• Food Preparation: Assist in the preparation of ingredients for main dishes, salads, soups, and other menu items. This may involve chopping vegetables, portioning meats, and assembling components for meal service.
• Menu Innovation: Collaborate with the culinary team to develop new pastry offerings and seasonal dessert menus that align with residents' preferences and dietary needs.
• Quality Control: Ensure that all pastries and desserts are consistently produced to the highest quality standards in taste, appearance, and texture.
• Kitchen Organization: Maintain a clean and organized pastry station, including the proper storage of ingredients, tools, and equipment.
• Food Safety: Adhere to food safety and sanitation guidelines, including proper handling and storage of ingredients, to maintain a safe and hygienic kitchen environment.
• Inventory Management: Assist in managing inventory for pastry ingredients, notifying supervisors when supplies need to be replenished.
• Presentation: Decorate and present pastries in an appealing manner, paying attention to detail and visual aesthetics.
• Timeliness: Coordinate with the kitchen team to ensure that pastries are prepared and ready for meal service according to schedule.
• Training: Offer guidance and training to other kitchen staff members, especially in areas related to pastry production and presentation.

Benefits

• Competitive wage package (pay rate is based on experience)
• Flexible schedule, part-time & full-time positions available, day & night shifts
• Paid orientation/training
• Benefits (major medical, dental, vision, short/long-term disability, accident, critical illness, life insurance)
• Refer a Friend Bonus Program
• Paid Time Off