Topeka, KS 66614
Full-Time - Cook

Job Details
Starting at: The wage range for this position is $16.00/hr - $18.40/hr, dependent on prior work history and experience
Employment type: Full-Time
Location: Topeka KS, 66614
Req ID: 2024-260785
Responsibilities

In the role of Cook and member of the Dining Services team, you will be responsible to prepare nutritious, appetizing, and attractive meals for our residents and ensure a smooth, efficient and safe operation of the kitchen.

 

  • Review menus and food-production instructions and prepare meals following Holiday menus and recipes while ensuring portion-control standards.
  • Oversee preparation and set-up of serving carts to serve nutritious food, attractively garnished in a punctual manner.
  • Follow food safe handling procedures in preparation as well as proper procedures for covering, labeling, dating, and storing food.
  • Ensure logs are accurately completed in a timely manner. i.e., refrigerator, freezer and production sheets)
  • Follow Holiday sanitation standards by effectively cleaning while working, including preparation and serving areas, pots and pans, kitchen surfaces, walls, and floors, using appropriate cleaning schedules and charts.
  • Focus on resident satisfaction and resolve any food-compliant issues as needed.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
  • High school graduate or equivalent
  • Minimum 2 years’ experience in industry or full-service restaurant cooking
  • Ability to prepare and follow Holiday recipes
  • Effective communication in English and excellent customer service skills
  • General knowledge of and ability to conform to sanitation and safe food handling practices
  • Basic Computer skills preferred

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

 

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

  • Paid holidays and PTO
  • Employees may receive annual anniversary rewards dependent on classification, starting at $500 for Full Time employees
  • Employees may be eligible to receive an Annual Scores Reward of $500 (Full Time) or $250 (Part Time) based on community survey results
  • Benefits package also includes Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
  • Retirement Savings Plan / 401(k) employer match
  • Tuition reimbursement (U.S Based Communities)

*Enrollment in benefits varies by employee classification; anniversary reward amounts vary by location

 

As a valued team member at Atria, you’ll work in a supportive environment that provides advancement opportunities and promotes a healthy work-life balance. Apply now!

Hiring Step 1
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Hiring Step 2
Application Review
Every application is given due consideration. If your experience and skills are aligned with the job requirements, we’ll contact you to schedule an interview.
Hiring Step 3
Interviews & Assessments
Your interview will be conducted by phone or in person with an Atria recruiter or hiring manager. This process may include additional interviews, reference checks and skill assessments.
Hiring Step 4
Offer Letter
If you are chosen for the position, an offer will be made by phone and email. The email will include a letter which you’ll sign electronically, return to us and can download for your records.
Hiring Step 5
Post-Offer Hiring Process
You’ll receive all needed forms, instructions and our contact information if you have any follow-up questions. This process may include a background check and/or a drug screen.
Hiring Step 6
Check-ins from your future team
As turnaround times vary for screening results, we’ll provide any needed updates and let you know what to expect for your first day on the job.
Hiring Step 7
First day and onboarding
Congratulations – we’re excited to have you join our team! Onboarding varies by position, but on your first day at Atria you’ll typically meet coworkers, take a workplace tour and begin any required training.
Job Details
Wage Information: The wage range for this position is $16.00/hr - $18.40/hr, dependent on prior work history and experience
Employment type: Full-Time
Location: Topeka KS, 66614
Community: Thornton Place
Req ID: 2024-260785

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Paid Holidays & PTO

In addition to company observed holidays, we encourage our employees to take earned time off to refresh, recharge, and spend time with their loved ones.

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After satisfying the waiting period, employees at Atria are eligible for an array of benefits including medical, vision, and dental coverage, company paid short term and long term disability, as well as other voluntary benefits such as critical illness coverage.

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Tuition Reimbursement
Tuition Reimbursement

Want to earn a degree or pursue a new certification? Our tuition reimbursement program provides full-time employees with up to $5,250 a year in support for approved courses toward degrees and certifications.

Employee Loyalty Rewards Program
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