Cook

Job Title: Cook

Location: Eastcastle Place

Salary: $19.00/ hour | Sign-On Bonus: $1,000

Position Type: Full-Time, 32 hours per week, Non-Exempt

Schedule: 6:00 am - 2:30 pm Monday, Wednesday, Friday , required every other weekend rotation 

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Are you a skilled culinary professional with a passion for delivering exceptional food experiences? We are seeking an experienced and dependable Cook to join our Culinary Services team. This is a key role in our kitchen, as this position is the first cook onsite each morning and sets the tone for the day’s service. We are looking for a skilled professional who can work independently, solve problems confidently, and ensure meals are prepared safely, efficiently, and on time for our residents. At Eastcastle Place, dining is more than a meal — it is an experience and an important part of our residents’ daily lives. Our cooks play a vital role in supporting the health, well-being, and satisfaction of those we serve.

At Eastcastle Place you’ll witness the incredible life stories of some of the wisest individuals. We’ve been proudly serving seniors for over 140 years, offering a continuum of care that promotes active and fulfilling lifestyles while respecting the dignity and independence of each resident. On our team you’ll be part of a remarkable organization dedicated serving our community when they need us most. We are currently looking for a Dietary Aide to join our team and help create a dining experience that nurtures both body and soul.

This role is responsible for preparing and serving breakfast and lunch while maintaining high culinary standards and meeting therapeutic diet requirements. The Cook will also work on the floors during service, ensuring meals are presented and delivered with care from a culinary perspective. Because this position opens the kitchen each scheduled shift, a minimum of three (3) years of prior cooking experience is required. The ideal candidate is comfortable working independently and making sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.

What You Will Do:

• Prepares all soups, stocks, sauces; boils, braises and roasts items as per standardized recipes.
• Prepares and serves all sautéed, fried, grilled, steamed and baked items as per standardized recipes.
• Prepares or directs the preparation of all food served, following standard recipes and special diet orders. 
• Plans food production to coordinate with meal serving hours, so that excellence, quality, temperature and appearance of food is preserved.  Ensure that food portions and food presentations meet ECP Standards.
• Determines amount and type of food and supplies required for daily menus and seeing that supplies are obtained from storage areas in adequate time for meal production.
• Assisting other cooks to ensure that meal service is completed in a timely manner
• Efficiently resolving problems with resident orders
• Completes all necessary logs and quality checklists as specified as well as cleaning and sterilizing food preparation areas.
• Attain proficiency and ability to fill in for steward as needed.
• Attain basic proficiency and ability fill in for line cook as needed.

What You Will Bring:

• High School Diploma or equivalent. Culinary school experience, preferred.
• A minimum of three years’ experience as a cook in a hotel, restaurant, club or healthcare environment, preferred.
• Ability to understand measurements and conversions. Ability to plan and organize work, to interpret instructions, recipes, specifications and standards.
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment operations and maintenance.  Some knowledge of nutrition.
• Possesses ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, and staff. Must use sound judgement, works well under pressure, and possess strong organizational skills.

Why You'll Love Us:

At Eastcastle Place, we foster a compassionate and supportive environment for both staff and residents, treating everyone with integrity, dignity, and respect. Our team consists of highly qualified individuals who serve with enthusiasm and a commitment to quality. As an Eastcastle Place employee you will have access to the following benefits:

• Health Insurance through WPS
  • With potential Teledoc options
  • Available FSA and HSA
  • Pharmacy Benefit Manager through MyMedOne
• Dental, and Vision Insurance through Guardian Health
• Life Insurance and Short term Disability through Guardian Health
• 401(k) with matching after 1 year
• Paid Time Off base don FTE status
• Tuition Reimbursement through scholarships
• Holiday Bonus and Holiday Pay
• Maternity Benefits
• Health & Wellness Programs
• Free surface parking and Bus line access 
  • Line 30 (Downer + Bradford) 1 block away
  • Line 21 (Downer + Bradford) 1 block away 
  • Line 30 (Maryland + Bradford) 2 blocks away
• Discounted lunch/meal program
• Free onsite fitness center and pool
• Employee Rewards and Recognition program

DEI Statement:
We are committed to providing an inclusive environment that ensures the happiness and success of each of our staff members. We pride ourselves on hiring, training, and retaining a community of employees from various backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.

EOE Statement:
Eastcastle Place is an equal opportunity employer, we hire without discriminate to race, national origin, creed, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, marital status or other legally protected status.

Disclaimer Statement:
Eastcastle Place is a Senior Living and Health Services Facility. Applicants must be 18 years or older. Applicants that are offered a position are subject to undergo a caregiver background check and drug screen. Flu shots are required to obtain within 30 days of starting during flu season. Further disclosure and authorization is provided during the interview process. With any questions or concerns please contact our HR Department.