Cook

Living Care Lifestyles; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-Time or Part-Time options

Professional growth

Ongoing training

Comprehensive benefits

Meaningful work

Job summary

Quail Park Communities in Visalia, California is seeking a Cook to join our culinary team. Start at $23 per hour, with full-time or part-time opportunities, and a chance to deliver exceptional dining experiences for our residents.

As a Cook, you will follow recipes and production sheets, ensure food safety, and maintain high presentation standards while delivering meals with care. Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, paid time off, and opportunities for professional development as

Qualifications

• Experience in food service or healthcare settings preferred.
• Ability to read recipes and production sheets; English proficiency required.
• Current Food Handler Certification (or ability to obtain one).
• CPR & First Aid Certification (or ability to obtain).
• Able to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious, nutritious meals following recipes and standards.
• Follow production sheets for efficient, accurate meals.
• Cook to proper temperatures while maintaining freshness and presentation.
• Maintain sanitation and safety standards in all areas.
• Label, date, and rotate food products; complete production records.
• Clean and sanitize equipment and work areas; support deep cleaning.
• Serve as shift leader when needed.

Skills

Customer service

Food safety

Teamwork

English proficiency

Job description

Now Hiring – Starting at $23.00 per Hour!

Create Exceptional Dining Experiences At Quail Park Communities

Do you love preparing delicious meals that bring people together? Are you passionate about cooking with purpose and making someone's day a little brighter? Join the culinary team at Quail Park Communities, where every meal is an opportunity to create memorable experiences for our residents.

Our three beautiful communities in Visalia, California, provide Independent Living, Assisted Living, Enhanced Assisted Living, and Memory Care. We are looking for a talented, dependable, and customer-focused Cook who takes pride in preparing fresh, high-quality meals while helping create an outstanding dining experience for the seniors we proudly serve.

Why You'll Love Working at Quail Park

Starting Pay: $23.00 per hour

• Full-Time or Part-Time opportunities available
• Beautiful, upscale senior living communities
• Supportive leadership and collaborative culinary team
• Opportunities for advancement and professional growth
• Ongoing training and development
• Comprehensive benefits for eligible team members
• Meaningful work where your cooking truly makes a difference

What You'll Do

As a Cook, you'll play a key role in delivering exceptional meals while maintaining the highest standards of food quality, safety, and presentation.

• Preparing delicious, nutritious meals following recipes and Signature Dining standards
• Following production sheets to ensure meals are prepared efficiently and accurately
• Cooking food to proper temperatures while maintaining freshness and presentation
• Ensuring all meals are served with consistency, quality, and attention to detail
• Practicing safe food handling and maintaining excellent sanitation standards
• Properly storing, labeling, dating, and rotating food products
• Completing meal production records accurately
• Cleaning and sanitizing kitchen equipment, workstations, and food preparation areas
• Assisting with deep cleaning projects and maintaining a clean, organized kitchen
• Supporting fellow culinary team members to ensure exceptional service every day
• Serving as a shift leader for the kitchen when needed in the absence of the Director of Signature Dining or Sous Chef

We're Looking For Someone Who

• Loves cooking and takes pride in preparing high-quality meals
• Enjoys creating positive experiences through food
• Has strong attention to detail and food safety practices
• Thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Values hospitality and exceptional customer service
• Enjoys serving older adults with compassion and respect

Qualifications

Preferred:

• At least one year of food service experience
• Previous experience in restaurants, hotels, country clubs, healthcare, or senior living communities

Required:

• Strong customer service skills and commitment to excellence
• Ability to read recipes, production sheets, and communicate effectively in English
• Current Food Handler Certification (or ability to obtain)
• Current CPR & First Aid Certification (or ability to obtain)
• Annual continuing education as required
• Ability to perform essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation

Employment is contingent upon successfully completing:

• Pre-employment physical
• Drug screening
• TB testing
• Criminal background clearance

Why Our Culinary Team Loves Working Here

At Quail Park, dining is more than serving meals- it's about creating moments of comfort, celebration, and connection. Whether preparing a resident’s favorite entrée or helping celebrate a birthday, your work has a meaningful impact every single day.

You'll join a team that values creativity, teamwork, quality, and genuine hospitality.

Benefits

Eligible team members enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Employee Recognition Programs
• And more!

Equal Employment Opportunity

LC Tenant, LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone belongs. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, medical condition, or any other status protected by applicable law.

In California, we comply with the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities or medical needs.