Cook (PT/FT)

PACS Group; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia Place Assisted Living is seeking a cook to join our dedicated dietary team. You will prepare comforting meals in a community kitchen, following established menus and portion guidelines to support therapeutic diets for residents.

We value teamwork, attention to detail, and a passion for making meals meaningful for seniors, with opportunities to lead when needed and train new dietary staff. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Positive, team-oriented cook with ability to follow menus and dietary guidelines.
• Comfortable cooking large quantities with accuracy for defined portions.
• Ability to monitor temperatures and sanitation safely.

Responsibilities

• Prepare flavorful, well-balanced meals for residents in a clean, safe kitchen.
• Cook a variety of foods in large quantities per established menus and portion guidelines.
• Accurately prepare therapeutic diets and texture-modified meals.
• Ensure meals are attractively presented and meet safety standards.
• Record meal and food temperatures to meet sanitation requirements.
• Assist with meal service and keep serving carts clean and organized.
• Clean and maintain commercial kitchen equipment.
• Collaborate with dietary, care, and leadership teams.

Skills

Team player

Food safety

Attention to detail

Leadership ability

Job description

## Cook (PT/FT)Applylocations: Columbia Place Assisted Living and Memory Caretime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR177237Job Description## Cook – Assisted Living Community**Make food that matters. Cook with purpose.**Do you love cooking for others and want your work to actually *mean something*? At **Columbia Place Assisted Living**, our kitchen is the heart of the community — and we’re looking for a **Cook** who takes pride in creating delicious, comforting meals that bring joy to our residents every single day.This isn’t fast food or a faceless kitchen job. You’ll know the people you’re cooking for, see their reactions, and be part of a team that truly cares.### What You’ll Do* Prepare flavorful, well-balanced meals for residents in a clean, safe, and organized kitchen* Cook a variety of foods in **large quantities** while following established menus and portion guidelines* Accurately prepare **therapeutic diets and texture-modified meals*** Ensure food is attractively presented and appealing to residents* Record meal and food temperatures to meet safety standards* Maintain sanitizer buckets and follow all cleaning and sanitation schedules* Assist with meal service and keep serving carts clean and organized* Properly clean and maintain commercial kitchen equipment* Work collaboratively with dietary, care, and leadership teams* Help orient and train new dietary staff* Communicate resident concerns or observations to leadership as needed* Follow all federal, state, and company policies and procedures### What We’re Looking For* A positive, team-oriented cook who enjoys working with others* Someone who can both **lead when needed** and **take direction well*** Attention to detail — especially with special diets and food safety* Pride in keeping a clean, organized kitchen* A genuine desire to make meals enjoyable and meaningful for seniors### Physical RequirementsThis role is active and hands-on. You’ll be:* Standing and walking frequently* Lifting up to 50 lbs* Reaching, pushing, pulling, bending, and occasionally kneeling* Using vision, taste, and smell frequently as part of cooking and food prepReasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.### Why Work With Us?* Your work directly impacts residents’ daily happiness and quality of life* Supportive leadership and a team-first culture* A stable, mission-driven environment* A chance to cook with heart — not just speedIf you’re looking for a cooking job where your skills are appreciated and your work truly matters, we’d love to meet you.**Apply today and help make every meal something our residents look forward to.** We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.