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Cook

Friendly Senior Living
Rochester, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 10/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/17/2026
MUST BE WILLING TO WORK UNTIL 7PM SOME EVENINGS AND EVERY OTHER WEEKEND
Full-time, part-time, and temporary positions available. 
 
Position Summary
 
The Cook is responsible for the preparation of all food served in The Friendly Home, Linden Knoll and the Cafeteria by utilizing standard recipes and procedures.

Essential Job Functions:
  • Prepares food according to the production sheets set up for the meal to be served during the assigned tour of duty.  
  • Follows menus and production sheets for food preparation for the TFH, employee cafeteria and Linden Knoll.                  
  • Communicates any changes on production sheets to the Sous Chef and/or the Executive Chef for revisions.
  • Provides all necessary diet restrictions as recorded on production sheets.
  • Communicates any substitutions, shortages or out-of-stock items to managementResponsible for adherence to department Quality Assurance Standards, completion of left over logs, temperature sheets and production records in accordance to department policies and procedures.
  • Responsible for labeling, dating and disposing of all food, as necessary within the established standards. 
  • Responsible for storage of perishable deliveries and correct storage procedures of products as necessary
  • Performs other production responsibilities including salad and baking as required.
  • Cooks for any catering events as required.  Garnishes and aids in setups as necessary.
  • Maintains the work area and equipment used in a clean and sanitary condition.
  • Responsible for sanitation within cooking area; coordinates with manager on major cleaning responsibilities and repairs as needed.  Follows daily sanitation checklists.
  • Serves on tray line at lunch and dinner, plates members meals by following the individualized diet meal ticketParticipates in in-service education, departmental meetings and safety programs of the Home.
  • Performs other duties as required by supervisor or by Administration from time to time.
  • Must be able to work effectively as a member of a team.
  • Serves as a back-up for the Executive Chef and the Sous Chef for orders and other duties, as deemed necessary by the Director.

Expectations of the Position:
  • Dependable, report to work on-time for every schedule shift (ready to work at beginning - start of shift) and work full schedule shifts unless physically unable or pre-approved Paid Time Off (PTO) which includes personal and vacation.
  • Willing and able to work overtime and weekends as required by the position and/or approved by management.
  • Have reliable transportation to and from work.
  • Must be clean and neat in appearance and have a “friendly,” hospitality-oriented, and service-oriented personality.
  • Abide by work-related / job procedures and organization policies; (refer to the Employee Handbook).
Qualifications of the Position:
  • Education:  High school diploma.  Associate, technical, trade or vocational school degree, or certification in culinary arts preferred but not required. Willingness to pursue degree if needed.
  • Experience:  Two years cooking experience preferred.
  • Skills:  Ability to read, write, and do simple math calculations.  Basic Food knowledge and ability to apply it. 
  • Licenses / Certifications:  Serv-Safe certification and/or County Sanitation certification preferred.
Conditions of Employment:
  • Work is performed in a clean, well lit, Community setting.
  • Employee must be able to perform essential job functions (reasonable accommodation may apply).

Physical Requirements
  • Refer to Physical Requirements form.
  • Must meet the general health requirements set forth by The Friendly Home.
  • May be requested to assist in the evacuation of Residents or perform other procedures to protect the safety of Residents, visitors and team members during emergency situations.
We consider many different factors to determine your compensation package at FSL. We assess your specific job family, level, relevant skills, experience, and other special trainings, or accomplishments you bring to the position. Pay decisions are also guided by our financial means as well as analyzed against what others earn internally. We strive to pay competitively and offer market differentiated benefits and perquisites in line with our compensation philosophy. The salary range is a reflection of many similar like positions and your actual compensation may not be at the high or low end of the range but will be based on your unique skills and other criteria mentioned. FSL is committed to offering each individual an elevated employee experience through growth and learning opportunities in addition to an inclusive work culture coupled with other perquisites.

NOTE:  This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive and very effort has been made to identify the essential functions of the above position.  However, this job description in no way states or implies that the duties specifically identified are the only duties required to perform this position.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.  Employees may perform other related duties within Federal and/or State regulations to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.  This job description is not a guarantee of employment for any set period and that either the organization or employee may terminate employment at any time with or without case.  Furthermore, this job description may be added to or revised at any time.

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