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St. John’s is leading and inspiring a shift in society’s views of elderhood. Join our family of dedicated, talented employees who are at the forefront of innovative senior services delivery in this community. St. John’s embraces living every day by fostering a culture that is friendly, respectful, responsive, compassionate, innovative, and fun for both employees and the elders and residents that call St. John’s home.

If this description speaks to you, continue reading about the opportunity of Cook at St. John’s Home. This is a full-time, 40 hours per week position.

Position Summary: The Cook supports production for neighborhood meals, employee café meals, and delivery and catering events. The Cook is visible during dining periods to ensure quality meals and service, and will complete the inventory and ordering process as assigned. Responsibilities include:

+ Preparation and production of food (hot and cold) in large quantities.

+ Help produce food items for catered functions.

+ Maintain working knowledge of regulatory requirements and practices such as OSHA and HACCP.

+ Prepare food for elders who have specialized dietary needs.

+ Complete daily food production.

+ Implement daily and weekly cleaning schedule for all hot and cold production areas.

+ Must be able to interact well with others and handle fast paced work.

+ Help with other duties as needed that support St John’s mission, vision and values.

Qualifications:

+ 3 years experience working in a high-volume industrial kitchen required.

+ HS diploma or GED required, associate degree in food service is preferred.

+ Ability to read and follow recipes required.

+ Ability to interact with elders and care for their needs.

+ Embrace and exemplify St. John’s Brand Characteristics.

+ ServSafe certification preferred, required within 12 mos. from date of hire.

Physical Requirements:

+ Able to lift, bend and stand most of the day

+ Walking, lifting, carrying, pulling, pushing, bending and reaching to accomplish tasks. The ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Exposure to Conditions:

+ Possible exposure to wet, slippery surfaces.

+ Working with hot ovens, grease and steam. Using kitchen knives, slicer and electric chopper.

+ Utilizing cleaning agents.

Pay

Commensurate with experience: $18.25-$22.00 hourly.

Check out what we have to offer YOU at https://www.stjohnsliving.org/careers:

+ Health, dental, vision insurance (30 hours+)

+ Employer sponsored life insurance & telemedicine (30 hours+)

+ Weekly paychecks

+ Competitive pay

+ Ability to pay your bills before pay day through PayActiv: https://www.payactiv.com/employees/

+ Free parking

+ 24/7 fitness center

+ Generous paid time off and holidays

+ On-site child care

+ Employee Assistance Plan

+ Cell phone discounts

+ Recognition activities and events

St. John’s is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other status protected by laws and regulations.