Cook (PT/FT)

(Columbia Place Assisted Living and Memory Care) Summerplace Community Healthcare, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia Place Assisted Living and Memory Care, part of Summerplace Community Healthcare, LLC, seeks a Cook dedicated to preparing comforting meals for residents in a warm, community-focused kitchen. You will contribute to a caring environment by following menus, maintaining high hygiene standards, and supporting meal service with the dietary and care teams.

The role emphasizes teamwork, attention to special diets, and ensuring meals are appealing and nourishing for seniors.

Qualifications

• Experience preparing meals for seniors is preferable.
• Ability to follow established menus and portion guidelines.
• A strong commitment to food safety and sanitation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare flavorful, well-balanced meals for residents in a clean, safe kitchen.
• Cook a variety of foods in large quantities following menus and guidelines.
• Assist with meal service and keep serving carts organized.
• Clean and maintain commercial kitchen equipment and work areas.
• Collaborate with dietary, care, and leadership teams.

Skills

Team player

Leadership

Attention to detail

Kitchen cleanliness

Compassion for seniors

Job description

Job 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 Requirements

• 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 prep

Reasonable 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 speed

If you’re looking for a cooking job where your skills are appreciated and your work truly matters, we’d love to meet you.

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.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We welcome applicants of every race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and any other protected characteristic.

Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.