Cooks - New Mercer Commons Assisted Living

Company: Columbine Health Systems
Location: Fort Collins
Posted on: November 22, 2022

Job Description:

New Mercer Commons Assisted Living is located at 900 Centre Avenue Fort Collins, Colorado, and offers a spectrum of services available for older adults within our community.

The Cook prepares snacks, meals and desserts for all diets. The Cook is supervised by the Food and Nutrition Supervisor/Manager or Chef.

We are offering a a SIGN ON BONUS of $800 for full-time employees!!

Responsibilities:

Prepares meals, desserts and snacks in accordance with the posted menu schedule; makes sure that all special diets and dietary concerns are followed.
Serves meals that are palatable and presentable.
Responsible for keeping work area clean, organized, sanitized, may include washing pots and pans, etc.
Knows health code requirements for food and beverage storage and hot/cold holding temperatures and maintains documentation.
Estimates and prepares food supplies to meet serving portions.
Maintains a safe, clean and respectable work environment.
Attends and participates in continuing educational programs.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
Must be interested in geriatrics, be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Knowledgeable of dietary techniques and procedures.
Be able to lift up to 25 pounds frequently and/or 50 pounds occasionally.

Work Schedule:

Tuesday through Saturday
1:00pm - 7:30pm

OR

Saturday through Thursday
1:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Compensation:

Starting wage between $16.25 - 17.25/hour (depending on experience), along with 3 opportunities for raises your 1st year.

Benefits:

Employees who work 24+ hrs. per week qualify for a full range of benefits including;

Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
401K
Free Health Care clinic for anyone covered by the healthcare plan
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Discounts from our Pharmacy and other Columbine Services.

We offer meaningful careers for employees who care.

Apply here on our website, or text "Cook" to (970)-372-6360

Hiring Manager: Cindy Miszczuk

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