Prep Cook

Overview:
We create communities where employees thrive in their work, helping our residents thrive in their homes.

We strive to enhance the lives and exceed the expectations of those we serve every day. To do this, we cultivate the diverse talents of our team members in order to achieve something together that they could not do alone.

Atria Senior Living’s family of brands has immediate openings for individuals looking for a career with competitive pay and outstanding benefits, including:

- Paid holidays and PTO
- Receive annual anniversary rewards
- Benefits include: Health / Dental / Vision / Life Insurance
- 401(k) employer match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Enrollment in benefits varies by employee classification; anniversary reward amounts vary by location_

**Responsibilities**:
Assist with the preparation and presentation of meals.
- Provide a high level of customer service.
- Work closely with the Executive Chef and/or Sous Chef to keep residents satisfied with food and dining programs.
- Maintain kitchen in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition at all times.
- Adhere to cleaning schedules as assigned.
- Ensure that all food is received, stored, and prepared according to company standards.
- Assist cook with preparation and presentation of meals and snacks in accordance to company recipe and production guides.
- Keep kitchen floors clean (sweeps and mops) and trash emptied.
- Assist with the transportation and storage of food and supplies.
- Assist cooks as requested.
- 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.
- Will attend pre-meal stand up in kitchen prior to meal service.
- May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

- Basic reading, writing, and mathematical skills.
- Effectively read, write and communicate in English with residents and other employees.
- Food handlers permit as required by provincial law and/or Company standards.
- Able to follow and read recipes and production guides.
- Knowledge of food handling, preparation, cooking and service.