At Home of the Good Shepherd, we’ve proudly served the Saratoga Springs community since 1870, delivering high-quality, compassionate care in a warm, home-like environment. Licensed by the New York State Department of Health, we provide individualized services that support residents in staying active, engaged, and able to “age in place” with dignity. Our close-knit setting allows us to truly know each resident while offering skilled nursing care and professional support tailored to their needs. As part of our team, you’ll join a collaborative, mission-driven organization where you can make a meaningful impact while growing your career across our communities in Saratoga, Malta, Wilton, and Moreau, New York.
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We are seeking a talented and dedicated Cook/Food Service Supervisor to join our team at the Home of the Good Shepherd in Wilton, NY. In this position, you will be responsible for crafting nutritious, delicious meals that meet the dietary needs of our residents, ensuring each meal is prepared with care and in compliance with our facility’s standards. You will be the Supervisor for leading the dietary team, ordering supplies and running the kitchen and developing working relationships with residents and team members.
Job Description:
As a Cook/ Food Service Supervisor, you will be responsible for preparing nutritious and appealing meals for our residents in accordance with dietary requirements and facility standards. You will ensure that meals are served in a timely and safe manner, creating a positive dining experience that supports the health and well-being of our residents.
You will maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen, cooking equipment, and dining areas according to health and safety standards. Ensure proper food handling, storage, and disposal practices. Monitor and maintain kitchen inventory, ordering supplies as needed and ensuring proper stock rotation.
Job Type:
Full-Time
Hours:
Must be flexible to work both shifts between 6 am – 7:30 pm
The role may require working evenings, weekends, or holidays as needed to meet the dietary needs of residents.
Rate:
$23.00 to $24.00/hourly
Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Cook, preferably with large-scale food preparation is a plus.
- Previous experience in an assisted living or healthcare facility is highly desirable.
- Familiarity with preparing meals for special dietary needs and restrictions (e.g., low-sodium, diabetic, etc.).
- Culinary experience.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage a team.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- High school Diploma/GED required.
- Passion for serving seniors.
