Lead Cook

Brookdale Senior Living; Statesville (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Assisted Living Lead Cook to join their team. This role offers a unique opportunity to prepare delicious meals while adhering to high sanitation standards. Enjoy a supportive work environment with opportunities for career advancement, including paths to Sous Chef and Dining Services Manager. The company values your growth, offering comprehensive health benefits, ongoing development programs, and a culture that promotes personal well-being. If you're passionate about making lives better through food, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Employee Discounts

Referral Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Experience with food preparation and cooking procedures.
• Knowledge of sanitation and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food according to standardized recipes.
• Maintain a clean kitchen environment and adhere to safety standards.

Skills

Food Preparation

Sanitation Standards

Cooking Techniques (Grilling, Baking, Boiling)

Portion Control

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary Training

Tools

Cutting Tools

Cookware

Bakeware

Job description

Description

Ensures proper preparation, portioning, and serving of food according to standardized recipes and menus. Uses experience with cutting tools, cookware, and bakeware, along with knowledge of cooking procedures such as grilling, baking, and boiling. Adheres to all sanitation and food safety standards and maintains a clean kitchen. Prepares food in a timely manner at specified meal times.

Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

Experienced Assisted Living Lead Cook Opportunity!

Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity.

No late nights! Grow your career with Brookdale. Our Cooks have the opportunity to advance to positions such as Sous Chefs and Managers of Dining Services.

Make Lives Better, Including Your Own. Join us if you want to work in an environment where you can become your best self. Earn more than a paycheck and find opportunities for professional growth, health and wellness programs, and ongoing development.

Benefits include:

• Full suite of health insurance, life insurance, and retirement plans (varies by employment status)
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Associate assistance program
• Employee discounts
• Referral program
• Early access to earned wages (outside CA)
• Voluntary benefits like ID theft protection and pet insurance

Full-time benefits eligibility includes paid time off, holidays, company-provided life insurance, adoption benefits, short and long-term disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, optional life and dependent life insurance, voluntary accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, and legal plans. Tuition reimbursement is also available. Base pay will be determined by skills and experience, with eligibility for team-based bonuses. Temporary associates are not benefits eligible but may participate in the 401(k).

Veterans, transitioning active duty military, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. Brookdale offers to cover naturalization fees (up to $725) for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.

The application window is expected to close within 30 days of posting.