What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cook - Per Diem position at Maplewood at Darien?
Cooks
Want to know what makes our employees eager about going to work every day? The people we serve. Being a part of Maplewood requires passion and a desire to help others. Each employee has the ability to touch the hearts of all our seniors and be a part of something bigger than themselves. It’s not just a job. It’s an extraordinary life.
Maplewood Senior Living is a state-of-the-art, forward-thinking senior living provider. We offer a home-like, luxury environment for our residents, allowing them to live “the good life” in a safe environment. As an associate of Maplewood Senior Living, you will have the ability to make a profound difference in the lives of seniors each and every day. As we continue to grow, we are seeking Cook's to become part of our family. We invite you to take your first step toward a rewarding career with us!
What we offer
Competitive wages
Flexible shifts
Paid training & uniforms
Growth opportunities
Bonus & incentive programs
Competitive Benefits Package: including medical, dental, vision, 401K, company paid time-off, life insurance policy, insurance deductibles and voluntary Aflac insurance for our full-time employees
Primary Responsibilities
Maintain inventory
Work with Culinary Services Director to order as needed
Prepare appetizing meals based on Maplewood standards
Clean and maintain food service areas
Engage with staff, residents, and guests to ensure high level of satisfaction
Led kitchen staff to maintain positive working environment with a strong focus on team
Education/Experience/Licensure/Certification
Working knowledge of rules and regulations related to health and safety in food preparation
Knowledge of cooking times and temperatures essential in accordance to state guidelines
Knowledge of various cuts of meat and seasonings
Demonstrates ability in a wide range of food preparation and skills
Experience in dealing with seniors and their dietary needs preferred
Ability to read, write, and speak English
Maplewood Senior Living conducts pre-employment screening including background check, drug screening and reference checks.
EducationRequiredHigh School or better
PreferredTechnical/other Training Or Better
Licenses & CertificationsPreferredTraining
BehaviorsPreferredTeam Player: Works well as a member of a group
Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
MotivationsPreferredSelf-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Want to know what makes our employees eager about going to work every day? The people we serve. Being a part of Maplewood requires passion and a desire to help others. Each employee has the ability to touch the hearts of all our seniors and be a part of something bigger than themselves. It’s not just a job. It’s an extraordinary life.
Maplewood Senior Living is a state-of-the-art, forward-thinking senior living provider. We offer a home-like, luxury environment for our residents, allowing them to live “the good life” in a safe environment. As an associate of Maplewood Senior Living, you will have the ability to make a profound difference in the lives of seniors each and every day. As we continue to grow, we are seeking Cook's to become part of our family. We invite you to take your first step toward a rewarding career with us!
What we offer
Competitive wages
Flexible shifts
Paid training & uniforms
Growth opportunities
Bonus & incentive programs
Competitive Benefits Package: including medical, dental, vision, 401K, company paid time-off, life insurance policy, insurance deductibles and voluntary Aflac insurance for our full-time employees
Primary Responsibilities
Maintain inventory
Work with Culinary Services Director to order as needed
Prepare appetizing meals based on Maplewood standards
Clean and maintain food service areas
Engage with staff, residents, and guests to ensure high level of satisfaction
Led kitchen staff to maintain positive working environment with a strong focus on team
Education/Experience/Licensure/Certification
Working knowledge of rules and regulations related to health and safety in food preparation
Knowledge of cooking times and temperatures essential in accordance to state guidelines
Knowledge of various cuts of meat and seasonings
Demonstrates ability in a wide range of food preparation and skills
Experience in dealing with seniors and their dietary needs preferred
Ability to read, write, and speak English
Maplewood Senior Living conducts pre-employment screening including background check, drug screening and reference checks.
EducationRequiredHigh School or better
PreferredTechnical/other Training Or Better
Licenses & CertificationsPreferredTraining
BehaviorsPreferredTeam Player: Works well as a member of a group
Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
MotivationsPreferredSelf-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
