Full-Time Cook (Weekend Shifts) - Senior Living Dining

The-Rivers-At-Maryland-Farms; Land Mark (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Rivers at Maryland Farms is hiring a Full-Time Cook to join our senior living community in Tennessee. You’ll prepare meals aligned with planned menus and resident dietary needs, while ensuring safety, quality, and presentation.

Weekend shifts and active teamwork are essential to keep residents satisfied. We offer a supportive, team-oriented environment under new management with Greenbrier Senior Living, plus competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of cooking or food-service experience is required.
• Culinary degree or equivalent experience preferred but not required.
• Must be available to work weekends and holidays as scheduled.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, portion control, and proper food handling.
• Ability to follow recipes, menus, and special dietary instructions.
• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods and lift up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to planned menus, standardized recipes, and resident dietary needs.
• Ensure food is prepared and served at the proper temperature, portion, quality, and presentation.
• Assist with menu planning and preparation for daily meals and special events.
• Follow therapeutic and modified diet requirements as directed.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, sanitation, and infection control.
• Maintain a clean, organized kitchen and properly clean equipment and work areas.
• Monitor food quality and communicate supply or preparation needs to the supervisor.
• Work with dining services and community teams to provide excellent service to residents.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cooking experience

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent

Job description

The Rivers at Maryland Farms is hiring a Full-Time Cook to join our senior living community in Tennessee. You’ll prepare meals aligned with planned menus and resident dietary needs, while ensuring safety, quality, and presentation.

Weekend shifts and active teamwork are essential to keep residents satisfied. We offer a supportive, team-oriented environment under new management with Greenbrier Senior Living, plus competitive pay and benefits.