Cook

Brightview Senior Living; Edgewater (MD); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Brightview Senior Living is seeking a Cook to prepare and plate meals for residents, following special diets and texture modifications. You will ensure food safety and sanitation while collaborating with dining and care teams to deliver a resident-first dining experience.

Join a compassionate, team-oriented environment with training and opportunities to grow your culinary career in a senior living community.

Qualifications

• Prepare and plate meals according to menu items and dietary needs.
• Follow special diets and texture modifications for residents.
• Uphold food safety and sanitation standards across kitchen and storage areas.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and plate delicious meals for residents.
• Follow dietary specifications and texture modifications as required.
• Collaborate with dining and care teams to ensure resident satisfaction.
• Maintain a clean, organized kitchen and storage areas.
• Contribute ideas for menus and daily specials.
• Support training and growth opportunities within the culinary team.

Skills

Food safety

Sanitation

Team collaboration

Diet modification knowledge

Menu plating

Job description

As a Cook at Brightview Senior Living, you’ll create delicious, well-balanced meals that delight residents and support their well-being. In our hospitality-focused community, you’ll prepare and plate menu items to order, follow special diets and texture modifications, and uphold all food safety and sanitation standards. You’ll collaborate with dining and care teams to deliver an exceptional, resident-first experience at every meal, help maintain clean, organized kitchen and storage areas, and contribute ideas for menus and specials. Join a compassionate, team-oriented environment with training, recognition, and opportunities to grow your culinary career while making a daily difference in seniors’ lives.