Lead Cook

Lighthouse at Chico; Chico (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Beautiful work environment

Competitive wages and benefits

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Overtime pay

Monthly phone stipend

Job summary

The Lighthouse At Chico Assisted Living is seeking a Lead Cook to prepare meals that meet dietary requirements and resident preferences. You will work with the dietary team to plan menus and ensure food safety in a fast-paced healthcare kitchen.

We offer competitive wages, a flexible schedule, PTO, overtime pay, and a monthly phone stipend in a supportive, family-like team environment.

Qualifications

• Hospitality and cooking skills demonstrated in dietary-compliant meal prep.
• Experience in healthcare or senior living kitchen environments preferred.
• Ability to adapt recipes to dietary needs and preferences.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to dietary requirements and resident preferences.
• Ensure food safety and sanitation standards are met at all times.
• Collaborate with the dietary team to plan menus and accommodate special dietary needs.
• Maintain inventory of food supplies and place orders as needed.]
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Skills

Culinary expertise

Healthcare kitchen experience

Dietary restriction knowledge

Attention to detail

Job description

Now Hiring: Lead Cook

Lighthouse at Chico Assisted Living

855 Bruce Rd Chico, CA 95928

Why work for us?

• Caring and compassionate environment

• Opportunity for growth, success and longevity

• Come join employees who have become family!

• Supportive Management team

Benefits:

• Beautiful work environment

• Competitive Wages and Benefit Package

• Flexible Schedule

• Paid Time Off

• Overtime Pay

• Monthly Phone Stipend

Job Description:

• Prepare and cook meals according to dietary requirements and resident preferences

• Ensure food safety and sanitation standards are met at all times

• Collaborate with the dietary team to plan menus and accommodate special dietary needs

• Maintain inventory of food supplies and place orders as needed

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a cook in a healthcare or senior living setting preferred

• Knowledge of dietary restrictions and ability to accommodate special dietary needs

• Strong attention to detail and ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment

Lighthouse at Chico Assisted Living is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship, veteran status, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable laws. Lighthouse at Chico Assisted Living will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with state, federal, or local law.