Cook

Highgate Senior Living; Wenatchee, Northern (WA, KY); On-site; USD 28,929 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Employee referral bonuses

Full benefits package

Growth pathways and internal promotions

Job summary

Highgate Senior Living in Wenatchee, Washington, is seeking a culinary professional to prepare and present nourishing meals for residents. As part of the team, you will ensure food safety and engage with residents to enhance their dining experience. Required qualifications include a culinary background and a positive attitude towards serving seniors. Highgate offers competitive pay, growth pathways, and a supportive, values-driven culture. Join us to make a meaningful impact on the lives of seniors.

Qualifications

• Creative cooking and presentation.
• Calm under pressure; strong sanitation habits.
• Customer service focus; teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present quality meals per menus and standards.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and infection control.
• Engage residents to gather feedback.

Job description

Compensation: $21.00-$25.00 per hour

LOVE YOUR WORK. JOIN OUR TEAM.

A community, not a facility. Highgate Senior Living takes a holistic, person-first approach and encourages independence. We treat residents and team members like family. This is your opportunity to support our mission and positively impact the lives of seniors and their families.

About the role

Prepare delicious, resident-centered meals that nourish body and soul.

Deliver a five-senses dining experience in a positive, learning-focused kitchen.

What you'll do

• Prepare and present quality meals per menus and standards
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and infection control
• Assist with inventory, labeling, storage, and organization
• Support special diets and menu execution
• Engage residents to gather feedback

Skills & attributes

• Creative cooking and presentation
• Calm under pressure; strong sanitation habits
• Varied techniques; eager to learn
• Customer service focus; teamwork
• Adaptable to resident needs

Relatable experience

• Culinary roles in healthcare/hospitality
• Programs serving seniors or vulnerable populations

Qualifications

• At least 21 years of age
• Culinary education/experience
• Current negative TB test; background check clearance

Why join Highgate

We offer more than a job—we offer a mission.

• 401(k) with matching
• Employee referral bonuses
• Competitive pay: (see above)
• Full benefits package
• Growth pathways and internal promotions
• Positive, inclusive, values-driven culture

Join a workplace that values heart, purpose, and community. Apply today — we'd love to meet you.