Boutique Senior Living Cook — Gourmet Meals & Warm Service

Gallaher Signature Living - Villa Capri; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Complimentary meals for staff

Job summary

Gallaher Signature Living in Santa Rosa, CA is seeking a Cook to deliver a refined, hospitality-driven dining experience for residents, guests, and team members. You will prepare and present high-quality meals per menus, standardized recipes, and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities include cooking, event catering, diet-specific meals, and inventory coordination, with emphasis on safety, sanitation, and consistent presentation in a boutique community setting.

Qualifications

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of six (6) months’ experience as a cook in a restaurant, hospitality, or similar food service environment preferred.
• Ability to safely operate standard commercial kitchen equipment and utensils.
• Demonstrated ability to work respectfully and patiently with older adults, including those with cognitive impairment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to established recipes and production standards, ensuring meals are consistently flavorful, visually appealing, and served at proper temperatures.
• Assist with food preparation for special meals, events, celebrations, and community functions as scheduled.
• Prepare soups, appetizers, entrées, vegetables, side dishes, and desserts for residents, team members, and special events, including meals requiring approved modified or special diets.
• Prepare authorized substitute foods when residents decline menu items, consulting with the Executive Chef or Sous Chef regarding menu adjustments.
• Inspect diet orders and special requests to ensure meals are prepared and served accurately in accordance with approved dietary guidelines.
• Coordinate food production timing to align with scheduled meal service, preserving quality, freshness, and presentation.
• Prepare, handle, and serve food in full compliance with sanitation standards, health department regulations, and company policies.

Skills

English communication

Organizational skills

Seniors care patience

Education

HS diploma

Job description

Gallaher Signature Living in Santa Rosa, CA is seeking a Cook to deliver a refined, hospitality-driven dining experience for residents, guests, and team members. You will prepare and present high-quality meals per menus, standardized recipes, and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities include cooking, event catering, diet-specific meals, and inventory coordination, with emphasis on safety, sanitation, and consistent presentation in a boutique community setting.