Cook/Housekeeper

Job Title: Cook / Housekeeper

Location: Assisted Living Center (19 Residents)

Position Summary

The Cook/Housekeeper is responsible for preparing nutritious meals and maintaining a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for residents. This position plays a vital role in supporting the health, dignity, and quality of life of our residents through meal service, sanitation, housekeeping, and infection control practices.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Dietary Services

• Prepare and serve breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks according to the facility menu.
• Follow physician-ordered diets, food allergies, and special dietary requirements.
• Ensure meals are served in a timely, attractive, and sanitary manner.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and comply with all food safety and sanitation standards.
• Monitor food inventory and notify management of needed supplies.
• Properly store, label, and rotate food items using FIFO (First In, First Out) practices.
• Maintain daily kitchen logs, temperature logs, and sanitation records as required.
• Assist residents with meal setup and dining room service as needed.

Housekeeping Services

• Clean and sanitize resident rooms, bathrooms, common areas, dining areas, offices, and other facility spaces.
• Make beds and change linens according to facility schedules and resident needs.
• Wash, dry, fold, and distribute resident and facility laundry.
• Empty trash and biohazard waste containers following facility procedures.
• Maintain adequate housekeeping and laundry supplies.
• Follow infection control protocols and universal precautions.
• Report maintenance issues, safety hazards, or damaged equipment to management.

Resident Care and Customer Service

• Treat residents with dignity, respect, and compassion.
• Promote a warm, welcoming, home-like environment.
• Communicate professionally with residents, families, visitors, and staff.
• Observe and report any changes in resident condition or concerns to caregiving staff and management.

Safety and Compliance

• Follow all state licensing regulations, facility policies, and health department requirements.
• Maintain compliance with food handling, infection control, and workplace safety standards.
• Participate in required staff meetings and training programs.
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous cooking, food service, housekeeping, or assisted living experience preferred.
• Current Food Handler Card (or ability to obtain upon hire).
• Ability to safely operate kitchen and housekeeping equipment.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• TB Test Required

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent bending, stooping, reaching, and carrying.
• Ability to work in kitchen heat and perform cleaning tasks throughout the facility.

Schedule

• Full-Time or Part-Time
• Weekends and holidays as scheduled
• Flexible shifts based on facility needs

Performance Expectations

• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary facility environment.
• Prepare quality meals that meet resident dietary needs and preferences.
• Demonstrate reliability, professionalism, and teamwork.
• Contribute to resident satisfaction and overall quality of care.

Pay: $14.00 - $18.00 per hour

Work Location: In person