Chef — Elevate Senior Living Dining Experience

Hillcrest Health & Living; Gretna (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Hillcrest Health & Living is seeking a skilled Chef for Hillcrest Highlands of Gretna in Gretna, NE. You will join a culinary team in a resort-style senior living community, preparing hot and cold items, ensuring quality, and maintaining a clean, organized kitchen.

The role emphasizes safe food handling, accurate plating, timely service, and collaboration with residents, families, and staff to provide a positive dining experience.

Qualifications

• Two years of hotel or restaurant line cooking experience required.
• Experience with hot and cold food in high-volume kitchens.
• Ability to follow recipes, production lists, and plating standards.
• Commitment to sanitation and infection control practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare hot and cold food items according to recipes and standards.
• Plate food according to presentation, portion, and plating standards.
• Set up hot and cold lines for meal service.
• Prepare food for all Hillcrest Highlands venues.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area following sanitation rules.
• Complete daily production lists and assist with deliveries as needed.
• Perform deep cleaning of kitchen equipment as assigned.
• Ensure meals are served timely and accurately across venues.
• Complete required sanitation training and maintain professional relationships.

Skills

Line cooking

Food safety

Teamwork

Detail oriented

Technology use

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Hillcrest Health & Living is seeking a skilled Chef for Hillcrest Highlands of Gretna in Gretna, NE. You will join a culinary team in a resort-style senior living community, preparing hot and cold items, ensuring quality, and maintaining a clean, organized kitchen.

The role emphasizes safe food handling, accurate plating, timely service, and collaboration with residents, families, and staff to provide a positive dining experience.