Cook - Per-Diem

Cook - Per-Diem

Job Title: Cook

Location: Bethel, CT

Employment Type: Per-Diem

Salary Range: Competitive

Department: Dining Services

About Us: Want to know what makes our employees eager about going to work every day? The people we serve. Being a part ofMaplewood 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 Staff Accountants to become part of our family. We invite you to take your first step toward a rewarding career with us!

Why You'll Love working for Us:

• Competitive wages
• Flexible shifts
• Growth opportunities
• Bonus & incentive programs
• Competitive Benefits Package: including medical, dental, vision, 401K match, company paid time-off, life insurance policy, insurance deductibles and voluntary Aflac insurance for our full-time employees.

Key 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:

• Serve Safe Certification required
• 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.

Qualifications

Behaviors:

Preferred: Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Preferred: Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Preferred: Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations:

Preferred: Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help

Education:

Required: High School or better.

Preferred: Technical/other training or better.

Licenses & Certifications:

Preferred: Serve Safe Certificate

Training

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