Chef

Hillcrest Health & Living; Gretna (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Hillcrest Health & Living is seeking a dependable Chef for Hillcrest Highlands of Gretna in Gretna, NE. You will join our culinary team to prepare high-quality hot and cold foods and contribute to a dining experience residents can look forward to.

You will work across multiple dining venues, ensure meals are prepared accurately, presented well, and served on time, while maintaining a clean and safe kitchen.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• At least two years of hotel or restaurant line-cooking experience preferred.
• Knowledge of food-safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to follow recipes and established preparation standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare hot and cold food items according to established recipes and standards.
• Plate meals according to presentation, portion, and plating expectations.
• Set up hot and cold lines for meal service.
• Prepare food for multiple dining venues throughout the community.
• Maintain a clean, organized kitchen area.
• Follow sanitation and infection-control standards.

Skills

Line cooking experience

Food safety knowledge

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years of hotel/restaurant line-cooking experience

Job description

Chef – Hillcrest Highlands of Gretna

Location: Gretna, NE
Service Line: Hillcrest Highlands of Gretna
Schedule: Full-time

Hillcrest Health & Living is looking for a dependable, talented, and service-focused Chef to join our culinary team at Hillcrest Highlands of Gretna.

As a Chef, you will prepare high-quality hot and cold food while helping create a dining experience residents can genuinely look forward to. You will work across multiple dining venues, ensuring meals are prepared accurately, presented well, served on time, and produced in a clean and safe kitchen environment.

At Hillcrest, our mission is simple: Inspiring people to live their best lives. Great food is an important part of that experience. As a Chef, you will have the opportunity to bring creativity, consistency, and care to every meal you prepare.

What You’ll Do

As a Chef, you will be responsible for food preparation and production while supporting smooth culinary operations throughout Hillcrest Highlands of Gretna.

You will:

• Prepare hot and cold food items according to established recipes and standards.
• Plate meals according to presentation, portion, and plating expectations.
• Set up hot and cold lines for meal service.
• Prepare food for multiple dining venues throughout the community.
• Complete daily food-production lists.
• Ensure meals and food items are prepared and served accurately and on time.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work area.
• Follow established sanitation and infection-control standards.
• Assist with receiving and properly storing food deliveries.
• Complete deep cleaning of kitchen equipment and work areas.
• Support deli tray preparation and delivery as needed.
• Maintain high standards for food quality, presentation, and consistency.
• Work collaboratively with culinary team members to keep meal service running smoothly.
• Follow required food-safety, sanitation, and training standards.
• Assist with additional culinary responsibilities as needed.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone who enjoys cooking and takes pride in creating meals that look good, taste great, and are served with consistency.

The right candidate will be organized, dependable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced kitchen. You should be someone who notices the details, understands the importance of food safety and sanitation, and is willing to jump in wherever needed to support the culinary team.

Ideal candidates will have:

• A passion for food and creating a positive dining experience.
• Previous line-cooking, restaurant, hotel, senior living, or similar culinary experience preferred.
• Strong attention to food quality, presentation, and portion consistency.
• Ability to follow recipes and established preparation standards.
• Strong organization and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities during busy meal periods.
• Knowledge of food-safety and sanitation practices.
• A dependable and team-focused approach.
• Ability to work independently while remaining part of a collaborative culinary team.
• Flexibility and a willingness to assist wherever needed.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• At least two years of hotel or restaurant line-cooking experience preferred.

Why Hillcrest Highlands of Gretna?

Food can be one of the best parts of someone’s day.

At Hillcrest Highlands of Gretna, our culinary team has the opportunity to create more than meals. You help create experiences—whether that means preparing a resident favorite, making sure a plate looks just right, or working together to deliver a smooth and enjoyable meal service.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys the energy of a kitchen but also wants their work to have a meaningful impact on the people they serve.

What Hillcrest Offers

• Competitive compensation.
• Supportive culinary leadership and a collaborative team.
• Benefits and insurance options for eligible team members.
• Professional development and career-growth opportunities.
• Dayforce Wallet, allowing you to choose when you get paid.
• Gym membership reimbursement and partner discounts.
• Opportunities to grow within Hillcrest Highlands of Gretna and Hillcrest Health & Living.

Physical & Other Requirements

• Must be able to speak, read, and write English.
• Must be able to independently lift up to 35 pounds.
• Must be able to perform repetitive standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting, and movement throughout the shift.
• Must be flexible and calm when working in a fast-paced culinary environment.
• Must demonstrate strong attention to detail.
• Must be able to utilize technology and available resources efficiently and effectively.
• Must follow established food-safety, sanitation, and infection-control standards.
• Other duties as assigned.