Cook - Part-time

This is a PART-TIME opportunity with 4,8, or 12 hour shifts (between 6AM - 7PM).

Are you passionate about creating delicious meals that bring comfort and joy to others? At Barathaven Memory Care, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care and service to our residents, and that includes preparing fresh, flavorful meals every day. We are seeking a Cook to join our dining services team and help make a difference in the lives of seniors.

Join us at Barathaven Memory Care and bring your talent and passion for cooking to a community where your work truly matters.

Qualified candidates should have previous experience within the culinary field. Experience in senior living is a plus but not necessary.

Barathaven Memory Care is now a part of the AgeWell Solvere Living family! 

Barathaven Memory Care is a specialized senior living community located in the heart of Dardenne Prairie, Missouri. We are conveniently situated just minutes from O’Fallon and St. Charles, MO. Our beautiful, purpose-built community is designed to provide a safe, engaging, and supportive environment for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.

At Barathaven, we believe our team members are the key to creating meaningful experiences for our residents. Join our team and make a difference every day in a community that feels like home!

The Community Cook reports to the Food & Beverage Director and assists in preparing meals in a safe and appetizing manner in compliance with dietary standards and food-related Community policies and procedures.

Essential Functions:

• Prepares food items on Food & Beverage Director's daily menu for Residents within scheduled time frame.
• Keeps food service areas clean.
• Monitors inventory.
• Supervises servers in the absence of the Food & Beverage Director.
• Maintains clean, neat, and safe work environment.
• Demonstrates knowledge of kitchen equipment including but not limited to: ovens, slicers, mixers, steam tables, steamers, toasters, coffee pots, refrigerators, and freezers.
• Assures that Resident diets are being followed.
• Assures employees and Resident guest meals are accounted for on a daily basis.
• Reports to Food & Beverage Director any loss, breakage, or waste of supplies and equipment.
• Observes and communicates to Food & Beverage Director any problems or potential problems in the dietary department.
• Has the ability to work with little or no supervision.
• Has the ability to cook large quantities of food and deliver a superior product.
• Has the ability to guide and instruct others in food preparation and food serving
• Has the ability to maintain professional demeanor under stress
• Has the ability to recognize needs and help others without prompting
• Has the ability to relate well with other employees and Residents of the Community.
• Is neat, clean, and works safely.
• Maintains current cleaning list and highest standards for kitchen cleanliness.
• Respects Resident rights and adheres to Community policy on Resident care.
• Performs all other duties assigned by Food & Beverage Director.

Compliance and Safety:

• Follows all emergency procedures.
• Understands all safety policies and procedures.
• Reports on-the-job injuries to the Food & Beverage Director before the end of the work shift on the day the injury occurs.

Communication:

• Communicates effectively with Food & Beverage Director and other staff.
• Immediately advises Food & Beverage Director of any changes in physical and mental health of a Resident.
• Maintains acceptable attendance record, notifying chef if expected to be late or unable to work in accordance with Community HR policies and procedures, and follows work schedule.

Education/Experience/Licensure/Certification:

• Serv Safe Certification required.
• Has a 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.
• Experienced in dealing with seniors and their dietary needs.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English

Physical Requirements:

• Physically able to bend and reach.
• Physically able to push and pull and lift up to 40-50 pounds if necessary.
• Physically able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work in a hot/humid environment for extended amounts of time.
• May be subject to burns from hot foods, cuts from knives, and falls on slippery floors if caution is not used when working.
• Can determine quality and palatability of food through taste and smell.