Cook

The Harbor at Opelika; Opelika (AL); Sur place; USD 17 000 - 22 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

PTO and holiday pay

Employee meals

Uniforms provided

401(k) with company match

Résumé du poste

Legacy Senior Living in Opelika, AL is seeking a Part-Time Cook who will prepare nutritious meals, follow dietary guidelines, and contribute to a warm dining environment for residents. You’ll work with care staff to ensure dietary instructions are followed and assist with meal service, safety, and cleanliness.

The role emphasizes compassion for older adults, accuracy in following recipes, and the ability to manage time in a busy kitchen while maintaining high standards of food safety.

Qualifications

• Experience in cooking for large groups.
• ServSafe certification preferred or obtainable.
• Desire to work with older adults.

Responsabilités

• Prepare daily meals and snacks according to menus and dietary needs.
• Present meals attractively to enhance appetite and dignity.
• Maintain hot/cold food temperatures and timely service.
• Assist with inventory, stock rotation, and kitchen cleanliness.
• Ensure compliance with safety and sanitation standards.

Connaissances

Kitchen experience

Senior living empathy

Safety protocols

Time management

Formation

ServSafe Certification

Food-prep training

Hospitality certificate

Description du poste

• Employee Type Part Time

Cook with Heart. Serve with Purpose. Nourish a Legacy.

At Legacy Senior Living, our Cooks are more than kitchen staff—they are memory makers, caregivers in disguise, and part of the daily joy our residents experience. If you’re passionate about cooking and want to serve seniors with dignity and warmth, we want you on our team.

Your Impact

Food is comfort. Food is connection. As a Cook, you’ll help shape the experience our residents look forward to every day—mealtime. You’ll prepare nutritious, well-balanced meals that respect dietary needs and personal preferences, while also creating a warm and welcoming dining environment.

What You’ll Do

Food Preparation & Culinary Excellence

• Prepare daily meals and snacks in alignment with approved menus, nutrition guidelines, and resident-specific diets (including allergies and medical restrictions)
• Present meals in an appealing, restaurant-style way that enhances appetite and dignity
• Ensure meals are served on schedule and with care—hot food hot, cold food cold
• Provide for individual needs by supporting independence with adaptive utensils or portion changes
• Assist in the planning and preparation of food for special events or themed meals
• Monitor food and supply inventory; report needs to the Food Service Director
• Assist with receiving and rotating stock, ensuring first-in/first-out storage
• Maintain clean, organized, and compliant kitchen and food storage areas
• Promptly report equipment or safety issues to leadership
• Follow all food safety and sanitation standards in compliance with OSHA and state regulations

Resident Engagement & Teamwork

• Engage with residents to receive feedback and foster a sense of hospitality
• Coordinate with care staff to ensure special dietary instructions are followed
• Support a collaborative kitchen and dining team environment
• Assist other food service team members as needed, including light cleaning or service tasks

What You Bring

• Previous experience in a commercial kitchen, senior living, healthcare, or hospitality setting preferred
• A genuine respect and compassion for older adults
• Ability to follow recipes, dietary guidelines, and safety protocols
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• ServSafe certification (or ability to obtain upon hire)
• Ability to stand, lift, and carry in a fast-paced kitchen environment

Why Legacy?

We believe in serving with honor, building careers with purpose, and creating environments where both residents and employees feel at home.

You’ll receive:

• PTO and holiday pay
• Employee meals and uniforms
• 401(k) with company match
• Supportive team and a respectful, mission-driven workplace

Feed the Body. Lift the Spirit. Join the Legacy.

If you’re ready to cook with heart, take pride in your work, and be part of a team that values respect, integrity, and servant leadership, we’d love to hear from you.

Requirements

• Experience in cooking for large groups
• Certificate in food-preparation training preferred
• Desire to work with older adults

Summary

Prepare, serve, and handle food in accordance with federal and state regulations and the residence policies and procedures. Maintain clean and sanitized dining service areas and assist in the receiving, rotation, and storage of products.