Part-Time Cook
We are seeking a dependable, experienced, and hospitality-focused Part-Time Cook to join our dining services team at a beautiful Independent Living Community. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys preparing high-quality meals in a restaurant-style dining environment and takes pride in creating a positive dining experience for residents.
Our community offers restaurant-style dinner service and a popular Sunday brunch buffet, so we are looking for someone who can bring both consistency and creativity to the kitchen.
Position Summary
The Part-Time Cook is responsible for preparing and presenting attractive, flavorful, and properly portioned menu items for resident dining services. This role supports both à la carte dinner service and Sunday brunch buffet production, while maintaining high standards for food quality, sanitation, safety, and teamwork.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook menu items for restaurant-style dinner service
- Assist with production and execution of Sunday brunch buffet
- Follow standardized recipes, portion controls, and presentation standards
- Ensure food is prepared in a timely, safe, and professional manner
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen, prep, and storage areas
- Properly label, store, and rotate food using FIFO practices
- Follow all food safety, sanitation, and infection control procedures
- Work collaboratively with servers, utility staff, and dining leadership
- Help with prep, line setup, service, and breakdown as needed
- Maintain a positive and respectful attitude with residents, guests, and coworkers