Cook

LakeHouse Senior Living; Newburgh (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

LakeHouse Senior Living, located in Newburgh, Indiana, is seeking a dedicated food preparation team member. This role involves preparing hot and cold menu items and ensuring quality through taste testing and adherence to recipes. Candidates should have a background in Senior Living and strong communication skills.

This position includes a comprehensive benefits package, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for growth within a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Senior Living preferred.
• Experience with production methods and portion control required.
• Must work weekends.

Responsibilities

• Prepare hot and cold menu items including grilling and sautéing.
• Ensure proper preparation and serving of foods according to recipes.
• Taste food to determine quality.

Skills

Senior Living experience

Food handling safety

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Job description

About LakeHouse Senior Living

LakeHouse Senior Living operates care and lifestyle‑focused Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care communities across five states, serving thousands of residents and families. Guided by our Pillars of Excellence, LakeHouse fosters a culture of connection, authenticity, and purpose where residents feel at home and Team Members feel inspired to learn, grow, and lead.

Responsibilities

• Prepare hot and cold menu items which requires working on the grill, sauté station, salad‑bar and on the service line.
• Ensure the proper preparation, portioning and serving of foods as indicated on the menu cycle and the standardized recipes.
• Taste and prepare food to determine quality and palatability.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Senior Living preferred.
• Experience with production methods, portion control and food handling safety required.
• Great organizational skills a must.
• Strong communication skills.
• Attention to detail and presentation of food product is required.
• Must be able to work weekends.

Benefits

For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive pay with early access to earned wages, flexible scheduling, health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid time off and holidays, a 401(k) with employer match, paid training and growth opportunities, uniforms (where applicable), and additional perks such as an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), volunteer time off, and wellness‑related benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. EOE D/V

Note to Applicants

This job description outlines the general nature and level of responsibilities for this role and is not an exhaustive list of all duties. Qualified individuals with disabilities, as defined by the ADA, must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation, as determined on a case‑by‑case basis.

JOB CODE: 1004420