Overview
We create communities where employees thrive in their work, helping our residents thrive in their homes.
Atria Senior Living’s family of brands has openings for individuals looking for a career with outstanding benefits, including:
- Paid holidays and PTO
- Employees may receive annual anniversary rewards dependent on classification, starting at $500 for Full Time employees
- Employees may be eligible to receive an Annual Scores Reward of $500 (Full Time) or $250 (Part Time) based on community survey results
- Benefits package also includes Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- Retirement Savings Plan / 401(k) employer match
- Tuition reimbursement (U.S Based Communities)
*Enrollment in benefits varies by employee classification; anniversary reward amounts vary by location
As a valued team member at Atria, you’ll work in a supportive environment that provides advancement opportunities and promotes a healthy work-life balance. Apply now!
Responsibilities
Responsible for the preparation and cooking of food in the community. Ensure that all meals are prepared and presented according to Atria Retirement's standards.
- Work closely with the Executive Chef and/or Executive Director to keep residents satisfied with food and dining programs.
- Maintain kitchen and food storage and preparation areas in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition at all times.
- Responsible for the opening and/or closing of the kitchen.
- Adhere to cleaning schedules as assigned.
- Ensure that all food is received, stored, and prepared according to company standards.
- Estimate daily or weekly needs of food and supplies and communicate needs to Executive Chef/Sous Chef.
- Participate in preparing and cooking meals according to established recipes and approved menus.
- Document temperatures of food prior to service, refrigeration and freezer temperatures.
- Prepare and ensure snacks and beverages are available to residents at all times.
- Keep kitchen floors clean (sweeps and mops) and trash emptied.
- Assist with the transportation and storage of food and supplies.
- Adhere to standard food safety practices.
- Assist with preparation and execution of special events, banquets, and theme meals.
- Operate and maintain kitchen equipment in a clean and sanitary manner.
- Attend pre-meal stand up in kitchen prior to meal service.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or general education degree (GED).
- Communicate effectively in English with employees and residents, as well as read and write English.
- Minimum of 1-3 years experience as a cook in a hospitality or healthcare environment.
- Food handlers permit as required by provincial law and/or Company standards.
- Able to read and follow recipes and printed production guides, cleaning schedules, and logs.
- Knowledge of food handling, preparation, cooking and service.