Cook - Per Diem, Connecticut

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 of Maplewood 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.

EducationRequiredHigh School or better

PreferredTechnical/other training or better

Licenses & CertificationsPreferredServe Safe Certificate

Training

BehaviorsPreferredTeam Player: Works well as a member of a group

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

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

MotivationsPreferredSelf-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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