COOK

Five Star Senior Living - Jonesboro, GA

Full-time

Jonesboro, GA

Nursing and Residential Care Facilities

About the position

The Cook position at Five Star Senior Living is an integral part of the Culinary Team, dedicated to providing delicious and nutritious meals for residents, guests, and team members. This role is not just about cooking; it embodies the mission of enriching and inspiring the journey of life through quality dining experiences. Cooks are expected to prepare meals in a timely and consistent manner, ensuring that every dish meets the established recipes, portion sizes, and presentation standards. Collaboration is key, as cooks will work closely with culinary staff, nutritionists, and healthcare professionals to accommodate the special dietary needs, allergies, and food intolerances of residents. This position also involves ordering and inventorying food and supplies, monitoring stock levels, and ensuring minimal waste through effective rotation practices. In addition to meal preparation, the Cook will assist with menu development, recipe tasting, and planning for special events, contributing to a vibrant dining experience. Maintaining a clean and sanitized work environment is crucial, as is the ability to inspect food products and supplies to ensure quality. Effective communication is essential, particularly in conveying any changes or shortages in supplies. Compliance with safety regulations and company policies is a must, ensuring that all culinary practices align with the high standards set by Five Star Senior Living.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals for residents and their guests in a timely and consistent manner.
• Cook and assemble meals according to established recipes, portion sizes and presentation standards.
• Collaborate with culinary staff, nutritionists, and healthcare professionals to accommodate special dietary needs, allergies and food intolerances of residents.
• Order and inventory food and supplies, monitoring stock levels and rotation to minimize waste.
• Assist with menu development, recipe tasting, and special event planning.
• Ensure work environment and stations are clean and sanitized.
• Inspect food products and supplies as needed.
• Determine food and supply needs based on menu and dietary needs.
• Communicate changes or shortages quickly and effectively.
• Comply with outlined safety regulations, procedures, and 5-Star policies.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must pass State and Company criminal background/drug screens.
• Demonstrates effective time management skills.
• Experience and/or knowledge of special diets, meal preparation for large groups and safe food handling techniques are required.
• Ability to read and understand recipes, work in a team environment, work flexible shifts, handle multiple tasks at one time and communicate effectively verbally and/or in writing.
• Ability to perform detail work involving math calculations, problem solve, handle emergency situations, read and understand menus.
• Strong working knowledge of food preparation techniques, cooking methods, and safety and sanitation practices.
• Comfortable standing, stopping, squatting, twisting, and moving frequently.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds.