Cook

Are you passionate about food and providing quality, healthy meals and have a dedication for people?
Join our team!

The Lingenfelter Center (TLC) was established in 2006 when it became clear that Mohave County was in need of a care facility for those suffering from Alzheimer's/Dementia. Our dedication to our residents and our ongoing training and support for our staff allowed for TLC to be named one of America's top 100 nursing homes by U.S. News and World Report in 2010, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 & 2018. TLC also has an A+ rating with the BBB.

Are you a culinary maestro seeking a flavorful adventure? Join our team as a dedicated Cook with a knack for leadership! As the culinary magician of our residential facility, you'll orchestrate the preparation, presentation, and delivery of delectable, wholesome dishes that nourish and delight our residents. Your role includes crafting meals following our secret recipes, and ensuring every dish is a masterpiece in taste and safety.

Job Summary
Beyond the kitchen, your day includes collaborating with fellow cooks and staff, ensuring top-notch compliance with nutritional standards and government regulations. Picture yourself as the conductor in a fast-paced symphony, skillfully operating grills, ovens, and fryers to create culinary wonders.

While previous kitchen experience of various cooking methods are a plus, your passion for teamwork and customer service are what truly spice up our kitchen. In this flavorful environment focused on resident care, your compassion and collaborative spirit will shine.

Join us for a unique blend of traditional benefits and exclusive perks in a vibrant, fun-filled workplace that celebrates the art of culinary care.
Essential Job Functions

Creating an inviting stage: Set up, tidy, and organize workstations for a seamless culinary performance.
Embrace cleanliness and safety: Maintain and service equipment, ensuring a safe and sparkling work environment.
Crafting culinary magic: Prep ingredients--think washing veggies, chopping, seasoning--to set the flavor stage.
Preparing the kitchen arena: Ready the oven, utensils, and grill for a sizzling culinary adventure.
Cooking up excellence: Execute orders with precision, following food health and safety standards.
Innovating delights: Offer creative ideas for specials and seasonal dishes that tantalize taste buds.
Calculating: Determine precise food quantities based on menus and meal headcounts.
Dressing dishes: Present orders with flair, ensuring each meal aligns with resident preferences.
Ensuring order accuracy: Double-check meal cards to guarantee each resident receives the right dish and sides.
Timely delivery: Swiftly transport orders to dietary service workers for seamless service.
Food storage finesse: Properly store all ingredients to maintain freshness and quality.
Hygiene hero: Keep workstations and utensils sanitized and spotless for a pristine kitchen.
Inventory mastery: Monitor and reorder stock and supplies to keep the culinary creativity flowing.
Team support: Keep an eye on fellow members and offer a helping hand when the kitchen calls.

Requirements and Qualifications

Thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced setting
Master multitasker with excellent time management skills
Endurance for standing throughout shifts
Self-motivated go-getter with independent drive
Team player and ace at individual tasks
Quick on the uptake for complex orders
High school diploma or equivalent
Possess and maintain food handler's certification
CPR certification in hand and up-to-date
DPS fingerprint clearance card ready to go
Previous cooking experience or related work preferred
Flexible availability for early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays
Capable of bending, lifting up to 25 pounds daily, and occasionally up to 50 pounds
Physical agility to stand, move, bend, and kneel during shifts
Solid literacy skills in reading and writing
Friendly, courteous, and polite nature
Adept at following directions
Stellar communication abilities

Benefits (Full-Time)

Medical
Dental
Vision
401K
PTO
Free Birthday PTO
Christmas Club
Employee Daily Lunches
Discounted Daycare

EOE

Join our team and make a difference in the lives of our residents. Your dedication as a Cook will shine in our welcoming and compassionate environment!