Residential Cook

Job DetailsJob Location: Boise, ID 83704Salary Range: $19.96 - $19.96 HourlyBenefits offered:


Medical Benefits


Preferred Provider Option
Health Savings Account


Dental Benefits
Vision Benefits
Flexible Spending Account
Pet Insurance
Group Life Insurance, AD&D - Company Paid
Supplemental Life Insurance, AD&D
Short Term Disability - Company Paid
Long Term Disability
401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and ROTH) with Company Funded company match up to 6%
Retirement and Financial Planning Services
Shift differential incentives
Loan Forgiveness options through federal programs (National Health Service Corps & Public Service Loan Forgiveness)
We provide professional development to enhance various skills, certifications, and continuing education
Opportunities for growth and movement - We encourage our employees to consider new growth opportunities with us and have opportunities
Paid Time Off (amount depends on years of service)
Sick Leave for part-time staff
(11) Paid Holidays
Tuition reimbursement program
Commuter Mileage Incentive
Cell phone reimbursement
Clinical Supervision
Wellness Program reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program - assists employees with personal problems and/or work-related problems that may impact their job performance, health, mental and emotional well-being


Essential Duties and Responsibilities (This is not an exhaustive list of all duties/responsibilities.  Other duties may be assigned)






Careful planning of meals to ensure residents’ food needs are being met, the food is of a high quality and appetizingly presented.
Assist with food inventory by monitoring proper food temperature, rotating and storing food properly.
Clean food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
Operate large volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep-fat fryers, or griddles.
Prepare and serve beverages such as coffee and fountain drinks.
Wash, cut, and prepare foods designated for cooking.
Requisition of food products, check inventory when delivered for accuracy and quality, ensure equipment is accurate.




Ensure newly ordered food inventory is date stocked and properly rotated to minimize waste.
Record supply usage for inventory and record purposes.
Maintain sanitation, health, and safety standards in the kitchen. 
Verify that prepared food meets requirements for quality and quantity.
Cover for Cook in their absence.
Ability to multi-task, manage time, meet deadlines, and remain calm and professional under pressure.
Maintain standards of confidentiality of Lifeways’ clients and records.
Perform all work duties and activities in compliance with Lifeway’s policies/procedures, Oregon Administrative Rules, OSHA, and HIPAA regulations.





QualificationsQualifications    

     Required:


Valid Food Handlers Certification
Successful completion of a background check
Tuberculosis Screening


     Preferred:


1-3 years’ experience in food service