Cook

Hillcrest Health & Living; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Gym membership reimbursement

Pay on demand

Job summary

Hillcrest Health & Living in Omaha seeks a talented Cook to join our Culinary Services team at Hillcrest Millard. You will prepare nutritious meals for residents, follow recipes and dietary guidelines, and maintain a clean, safe kitchen while delivering friendly service.

The ideal candidate has cooking experience, enjoys teamwork, and is passionate about making a positive difference in seniors' lives through great food and service. Join us for a supportive environment with opportunities to grow.

Qualifications

• Cooking experience preferred, ideally in senior living, healthcare, restaurants, or high-volume food service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook delicious, nutritious meals for residents.
• Follow recipes, menus, and dietary guidelines to ensure quality and consistency.
• Prepare meals that accommodate residents' individual dietary needs and preferences.
• Ensure food is prepared, stored, and served safely and at the proper temperatures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen.
• Assist with food preparation, inventory, and kitchen organization.
• Work closely with the culinary team to ensure meals are ready and served on time.
• Help create an enjoyable dining experience that residents look forward to every day!

Skills

Cooking experience

Kitchen safety

Food sanitation

Attention to detail

Team player

Job description

Hillcrest Millard | Omaha, NE

Love cooking? Enjoy making delicious meals and bringing people together through great food?

Hillcrest Millard is looking for a talented, dependable, and enthusiastic Cook to join our Culinary Services team! If you're passionate about preparing great food, enjoy working with a fun and supportive team, and want a career where your cooking makes a difference, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! At Hillcrest, our mission is simple: Inspiring people to live their best lives. And great food is a big part of making that happen!

What You'll Be Doing

• Prepare and cook delicious, nutritious meals for residents.
• Follow recipes, menus, and dietary guidelines to ensure quality and consistency.
• Prepare meals that accommodate residents' individual dietary needs and preferences.
• Ensure food is prepared, stored, and served safely and at the proper temperatures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen.
• Assist with food preparation, inventory, and kitchen organization.
• Work closely with the culinary team to ensure meals are ready and served on time.
• Help create an enjoyable dining experience that residents look forward to every day!

What You'll Bring

• Previous cooking experience preferred, ideally in senior living, healthcare, restaurants, or high-volume food service.
• Knowledge of food preparation, kitchen safety, and sanitation practices.
• Ability to follow recipes and prepare meals for groups of residents.
• Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy kitchen environment.
• A dependable, team-oriented attitude and a willingness to help wherever needed.
• A passion for great food and making a positive difference in the lives of seniors!

Why You'll Love Hillcrest

We believe taking care of our residents starts with taking care of our team members!

Here’s What We Offer

• Multiple health insurance options for eligible team members, plus dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Dayforce Wallet – access your earned pay when you need it.
• Gym membership reimbursement and partner discounts.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
• A supportive culinary team where your skills and contributions matter.
• The opportunity to bring joy to residents through great food and exceptional service!

Ready to Cook Up Something Great?

If you're someone who loves cooking, takes pride in preparing quality meals, and enjoys making people happy through food, we'd love to meet you!

Join Hillcrest Millard and help us continue our mission of Inspiring people to live their best lives.