Lead Cook

Sunrise Senior Living; Severna Park (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Dis

Retirement Savings Plans

Employee Assistant Program / Discount

Paid time off (PTO), sick time, and 6

myFlexPay

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Sunrise Senior Living in Maryland is seeking a Lead Cook to join a mission-driven kitchen. You will lead meal preparation, coordinate with team, and ensure meals meet standardized recipes and posted menus while maintaining food safety and quality.

This full-time, non-exempt role offers benefits and opportunities for growth within a caring community that brightens residents' lives.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and coordinate meals using standardized recipes and posted menus
• Support daily shift supervision in absence of Executive Chef or Dining Service Coordinator
• Ensure proper portioning, plate presentation, and dietary modifications
• Maintain accurate production sheets and temperature logs
• Monitor food storage, rotation (FIFO), and inventory controls
• Enforce food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards
• Maintain clean, organized kitchen and work areas
• Support compliance with federal and state regulations

Job description

Why Join Sunrise Senior Living

At Sunrise Senior Living, we believe meaningful work starts with purpose. Our team members are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of residents every day. At Sunrise Senior Living, we champion the quality of life for all seniors.

What You’ll Do:

• Prepare and coordinate meals using standardized recipes and posted menus
• Support daily shift supervision in absence of Executive Chef or Dining Service Coordinator
• Ensure proper portioning, plate presentation, and dietary modifications
• Maintain accurate production sheets and temperature logs
• Monitor food storage, rotation (FIFO), and inventory controls
• Enforce food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards
• Maintain clean, organized kitchen and work areas
• Support compliance with federal and state regulations

Lead Cook - Lead with Heart in a Mission-Driven Kitchen

Lead Cook | Senior Living Dining | Culinary Leadership Dietary Services | Full-Time | Non-Exempt Pay Range: 17.95 - 22.45

As part of our team, you will help brighten the future for everyone at Sunrise and beyond. That is why we make it a priority to celebrate the unique ways you bring moments of togetherness and joy to everyone you serve. And when combined with the support, benefits, and growth opportunities we offer, the result is a career that PositivelyShines with everything you need to reach your goals - at work and in your life.

We also offer benefits and other compensation that include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Plans
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Employee Assistant Program / Discount Program
• Paid time off (PTO), sick time, and holiday pay
• myFlexPay offered to get paid within hours of a shift
• Tuition Reimbursement

In addition to base compensation, Sunrise may offer discretionary and/or non-discretionary bonuses. The eligibility to receive such a bonus will depend on the employee's position, plan/program offered by Sunrise at the time, and required performance pursuant to the plan program.

Some benefits have eligibility requirements.

Sunrise Senior Living is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Explore opportunities at Sunrise and take the first step toward a fulfilling career where your work makes a meaningful difference.