Cook

$18.87 - $20.87 / hourNow Hiring : CookLocation: Elderwood of Uihlein at Lake Placid, NY — Home of the 1980 Winter Olympics!Pay Range: $18.87 - $20.87/hour — Earn more with experience!Status: Full time or Part-TimeNEW! Gas Allowance Benefit for eligible employeesDon’t Just Look for a Job — Find a Career!At Elderwood of Uihlein, mealtime is more than just nourishment — it’s a vital part of our residents’ quality of life. We’re seeking a skilled and dedicated Cook who takes pride in preparing delicious, nutritious meals that brighten the day of every resident.Why Join Elderwood?Gas Allowance Stipend for Full & Part-Time staffNewly renovated kitchen and dining facilitiesShift Differentials for evenings, weekends, and holidaysFull benefits package (medical, dental, vision, and more)Employee referral programSupportive, resident-focused team environmentCook Position Overview:As a Cook, you’ll play a key role in preparing appetizing meals that meet regular, modified, and special dietary needs for our residents and patients. You’ll maintain food quality and safety standards, ensuring a clean and efficient kitchen environment while helping create an enjoyable dining experience.Apply Today — Join our kitchen team and make a direct difference in the lives of residents at Elderwood of Uihlein at Lake Placid!Put the CARE back in CAREER - Join our team today!Cook Responsibilities:Review menus and production sheets to determine food quantities for daily meal preparationPrepare assigned food items accurately and efficientlyTest food by tasting and smelling to ensure qualityMaintain sanitation and safety standards throughout food preparation and productionKeep kitchen equipment and work areas clean and well-maintainedMonitor food cooking and ensure proper holding and serving temperaturesAssist in food preparation and distributionCook Qualifications:Minimum 18 years of age requiredHigh school diploma or equivalent preferredPrevious food preparation experience requiredAbility to understand and organize food preparation activitiesAbility to carry out cooking tasks safely and efficientlyKnowledge of food preparation and production processesPride in quality of food and serviceHigh degree of personal cleanliness and good hygiene; health status suitable for food serviceRespect for residents’ privacy and rights; respectful and dignified treatment of residentsWE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.

Created: 2025-10-24