Company Overview
Senior Services Plus is a dedicated nonprofit senior center providing essential social services to senior citizens in multiple locations for over 40 years. The organization operates a full-scale restaurant and catering service, along with Meals on Wheels and congregate dining programs supported by state and federal funding, serving over 800 meals daily through its Nutrition Department.
Job Overview
We are seeking an energetic and detail-oriented Production Cook to join our dynamic team. In this vital role, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking nutritious meals for our senior community, ensuring food safety standards are met while delivering delicious, high-quality dishes. Your culinary expertise will help support our mission to provide nourishing meals that promote health and well-being.
Responsibilities
- Prepare food according to recipes and production schedules
- Assist with large-batch cooking for all meal programs
- Complete food prep including chopping, portioning, and measuring
- Package and label meals for delivery and service
- Set up and maintain prep stations for service
- Follow all food safety and sanitation standards
- Store food properly (labeling, dating, organizing)
- Maintain a clean and organized kitchen work area
- Assist with opening duties
- Support kitchen staff during meal service as needed
Requirements
- Previous kitchen or food service experience preferred (2+ years preferred)
- Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment
- Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
- Ability to follow recipes and production instructions
- Reliable and able to work early morning shift
Join us in making a meaningful difference by preparing nourishing meals that enhance the lives of our senior community!
Pay: $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person