Compassionate Cook — Flexible Hours & Benefits

(Centennial Post Acute) Centennial SNF Healthcare, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Free health insurance

Generous PTO

Inclusive environment

Professional development

Flexible scheduling

Team oriented culture

Job summary

Centennial Post Acute in Anchorage, AK is seeking a dedicated Cook to join our compassionate kitchen team. You will prepare balanced meals for residents, follow menus, and maintain a safe, sanitary cooking area.

We value teamwork, offer competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth, with weekend differential included. This role supports dietary services in a long-term care setting and requires adherence to food safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook in a hospital or long-term care facility for one year preferred.
• Ability to read technical procedures.
• Ability to read and follow recipes.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees.
• Must obtain and maintain ServSafe Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, orderly, clean, and sanitary kitchen and cooking area.
• Prepare tasteful, well-balanced meals and cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
• Follow prepared menus and portion control guidelines accurately.
• Prepare special diets, including pureed foods, as required.
• Record food temperatures during meal preparation and service.
• Maintain proper sanitizer levels in sanitizer buckets.
• Assist with meal service and distribution to residents.
• Clean cooking areas, equipment, and serving carts after use.
• Ensure all cleaning schedules are consistently followed.
• Present food in an attractive and appealing manner to residents.
• Work cooperatively and harmoniously with staff across all departments.
• Supervise dietary staff when required and work effectively under supervision.

Skills

Cook experience

ServSafe certified

Read procedures

Follow recipes

Presentation skills

Job description

Centennial Post Acute in Anchorage, AK is seeking a dedicated Cook to join our compassionate kitchen team. You will prepare balanced meals for residents, follow menus, and maintain a safe, sanitary cooking area.

We value teamwork, offer competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth, with weekend differential included. This role supports dietary services in a long-term care setting and requires adherence to food safety guidelines.