Cook

Cook

Employer: National Health Care Associates. **-** **A Great Place to Work** The Pines at Utica is a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates. As a Certified Great Place to Work, we think that you are going to love it here. Your work will be meaningful to you. You will make a genuine difference in the lives of our aging guests and the families that love them. You will enjoy lasting bonds with the families you meet and with the teams you work on. And if you desire, you will experience real career growth where your expertise and dedication is valued and appreciated. We invite you to join our team! **Location:** 1800 Butterfield Avenue, Utica, New York, 13501 **-** **Starting at $19.75/hour, wage depends on experience.** **Per Diem mix of Day and Afternoon shifts!** **We pay weekly!** **What You'll Do:** As a **Cook** on our team, you will prepare and serve appetizing meals while ensuring dietary needs and preferences are met. Your culinary skills will contribute to creating a positive dining experience that enhances the quality of life for our residents. **Key Responsibilities:** + Prepare and cook nutritious and flavorful meals following prescribed menus and dietary requirements + Ensure high-quality food preparation, presentation, and portion control + Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards in the kitchen and food storage areas + Collaborate with dietary staff to plan menus and accommodate special dietary needs + Order and manage inventory of food supplies and kitchen equipment + Adhere to food safety regulations and guidelines If you are passionate about making a real difference in people's lives through the power of food in an environment where compassion, care, and your culinary expertise come together, we invite you to join our team as a **Cook** ! **-** **What We Offer** As an affiliate of National Health Care, our Utica team enjoys: + Competitive compensation and benefits package + Comprehensive training and mentorship + Opportunities for profes