Cook

Cambridge Village Apex; Apex (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate pay access

Tuition reimbursement

Medical benefits

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays and PTO

EAP

Employee discounts

Team-oriented culture

Job summary

Cambridge Village Apex is seeking a dedicated Cook to join our team and deliver nutritious, high-quality meals for our senior residents. This role emphasizes compassion and teamwork within a supportive kitchen environment.

You will follow standardized recipes, assist with menu planning, maintain safety standards, and engage residents to create a welcoming dining experience. This full-time position offers benefits and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years cooking experience in restaurant or senior living setting.
• Ability to follow recipes and dietary guidelines while maintaining consistency.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Willingness to obtain ServSafe/Food Handler’s Permit if not already held.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present meals following standardized recipes and dietary requirements.
• Ensure meals meet quality, taste, and presentation standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen per safety regs.
• Assist in menu planning and meal prep for daily meals and events.
• Follow portion control and assist with inventory management.
• Collaborate with dietary team for residents' dietary needs.
• Engage with residents to understand dining preferences.
• Inspect storage areas for proper stocking and rotation.
• Adhere to health department standards and kitchen safety.
• Assist in training other kitchen team members as needed.

Skills

2+ years cooking experience

Strong teamwork

Communication skills

Follow recipes and dietary guidelines

Independent decision making

Passion for seniors

Education

ServSafe/Food Handler’s Permit

Job description

Cook - Cambridge Village Apex

** Full Time Rotating Weekends, no late nights **

Love making a difference in the lives of seniors?

At Cambridge Village Apex, we are guided by our Core Values—Compassion, Communication, Commitment, and Creativity which shape how we serve residents, support families, and work together as a team. As a Cook, you’ll play a vital role in creating nutritious, high-quality meals that bring comfort, connection, and enjoyment to our residents each day.

What Solera Offers You

• A growing company with opportunities for career advancement
• Immediate pay access — no more waiting for payday
• Tuition reimbursement to support your professional growth
• Comprehensive medical benefits with discounted gym memberships
• Dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Perks and employee discount programs
• Supportive, team-oriented workplace culture

About the Role:

As a Cook, you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality meals and ensuring a great dining experience for our residents.

Cook Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare, cook, and present meals following standardized recipes and dietary requirements.
• Ensure all meals meet quality, taste, and presentation expectations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen, following all food safety regulations.
• Assist in menu planning and meal prep for daily meals and special events.
• Follow portion control standards and assist with food inventory management.
• Work with the dietary team to accommodate residents' special dietary needs and restrictions.
• Engage with residents to understand their dining preferences and create a welcoming experience.
• Inspect food storage areas to ensure proper stocking, labeling, and rotation of ingredients.
• Adhere to community and health department standards for food preparation and kitchen safety.
• Assist in training and supporting other kitchen team members as needed.

Cook Qualifications:

• 2+ year of cooking experience in a restaurant, senior living, or similar environment.
• Ability to follow recipes and dietary guidelines while maintaining consistency.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to make decisions independently and stay organized in a fast-paced environment.
• A passion for working with seniors and making a difference in their lives.
• ServSafe/Food Handler’s Permit (or willingness to obtain).

At Cambridge Village Apex, we’ve partnered with MemoMate, an AI-powered virtual interviewer, to make the first step in our hiring process simple, convenient, and engaging for all candidates.

Cambridge Village Apex is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.