Culinary Cook

Position: Culinary Cook - Cardinal Landing

Schedule: Full-time

Location: Bowling Green, KY

At Cardinal Landing we are committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care that enriches the lives of our residents. Our team creates a welcoming environment where residents feel at home, supported, and valued. Join us and make a difference in the lives of seniors every day!

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Culinary Cook to join our team at a senior living community. The Culinary Cook is responsible for preparing high-quality meals that meet the nutritional needs and preferences of our residents in a safe, sanitary, and welcoming environment.

Essential Duties

• Prepare palatable, attractive, nutritionally adequate meals in batches ensuring proper temperature
• Taste all food before serving to residents to ensure the food is good quality and palatable
• Cover all hot plates and place under a heat lamp for delivery; cover and place cold plates in a designated area, ensuring all are served at the proper temperature
• Plan menus and prepare seasonally inspired meals, including any special dietary requirements
• Monitor and record food temperatures at each meal
• Frequently taste and adjust food for proper appearance, flavor, smell, and consistency
• Plan Chef’s Choice items to be served daily, verifying selection with Culinary Director as requested
• Supervise servers to prepare food, clean, and store supplies and equipment
• Oversee servers as they complete resident checklists and communicate to ensure residents’ needs are met
• Assists in receiving and storage of deliveries from vendors
• Maintains a clean food service work area as food preparation and service is in process
  
  

Work Experience Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent required
• Must have completed all ServSafe educational requirements
• Excellent organizational, time-management and computer skills 
• Strong leadership and team management skills 
• Enthusiasm and a positive attitude
• Willingness to perform additional duties as assigned 
  
  

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• A supportive and collaborative work environment
• The chance to be a part of a growing, vibrant company
  
  

We are an equal-opportunity employer who values diversity and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment for all our employees.