Cook

Cook

Rockwell Senior Living | Milton, PA

Pay: $16.50 to $17.50 per hour, based on experience

Job Type: Full Time

Schedule: Monday through Friday with Rotating Weekends

Available Shifts:

• Day Shift: 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM
• Evening Shift: 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM

About Rockwell Senior Living

Rockwell Senior Living is a personal care community in Milton, Pennsylvania, dedicated to providing residents with a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment.

We are seeking a dependable, motivated, and detail oriented Cook to join our team. The ideal candidate enjoys preparing quality meals, works effectively with minimal supervision, and understands the importance of providing nutritious and enjoyable meals for our residents.

Position Summary

The Cook is responsible for preparing and serving meals while maintaining high standards of food quality, sanitation, and kitchen organization. This position requires strong time management, attention to detail, and the ability to follow established menus, dietary requirements, and food safety procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and serve meals according to established menus and schedules.
• Accommodate residents' prescribed dietary restrictions and individual nutritional needs.
• Follow standardized recipes, portion guidelines, and meal preparation procedures.
• Prepare ingredients, safely thaw proteins, and organize food items for upcoming meals.
• Prepare beverages, including coffee and tea, for meal service.
• Wash and sanitize dishes, utensils, cookware, and kitchen equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen, dining room, and food storage areas.
• Properly label, date, store, and rotate food items.
• Monitor food temperatures and follow established food safety procedures.
• Clean and sanitize countertops, appliances, and food preparation areas.
• Sweep and mop kitchen and dining room floors.
• Clean dining tables and replace and launder tablecloths as needed.
• Maintain clean kitchen towels and linens.
• Monitor food inventory and report supply needs to management.
• Follow established sanitation, safety, and infection prevention procedures.
• Perform additional dietary and kitchen responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous cooking experience in a restaurant, senior living community, healthcare facility, or similar setting preferred.
• Ability to prepare meals independently while following established menus and recipes.
• Knowledge of basic food safety, sanitation, and proper food storage practices.
• Experience preparing meals for individuals with dietary restrictions preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet scheduled meal service times.
• Dependable, punctual, and capable of working independently.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and perform kitchen duties throughout the shift.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Willingness to complete required food safety training.
• Must successfully complete required background screening.

Benefits

• Competitive Hourly Compensation
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Full Time Employment
• Rotating Weekend Schedule

Join Our Team

At Rockwell Senior Living, our dietary team plays an important role in providing residents with nutritious meals and a positive dining experience.

If you enjoy cooking, take pride in your work, and want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others, we encourage you to apply.

Rockwell Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pay: $16.50 - $17.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person