Cook

Solera Senior Living; Kensington (MD); On-site; USD 33,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate pay access

Tuition reimbursement

Comprehensive medical benefits

Dental, vision, life, and disability保险

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays and PTO

Employee Assistance Program

Perks and employee discounts

Career advancement opportunities

Gym membership discounts

Team-oriented workplace culture

Job summary

Modena Reserve at Kensington, located in Kensington, MD, seeks a dedicated Cook to prepare meals that follow standardized recipes and dietary guidelines, while engaging residents in a welcoming dining experience.

The role focuses on maintaining high quality, taste, and presentation, ensuring sanitary kitchen operations, and supporting menu planning and dietary accommodations for residents.

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).

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.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food safety knowledge

Teamwork

Communication skills

Follow recipes

Independent decision-making

Job description

Cook - Modena Reserve at Kensington

Position Available: Full Time

Love making a difference in the lives of seniors?

At Modena Reserve at Kensington, 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 Modena Kensington, 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.

Modena Reserve at Kensington 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.

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