Part-Time Cook for Assisted Living — Heartfelt Meals

(Columbia Place Assisted Living and Memory Care) Summerplace Community Healthcare, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia Place Assisted Living is seeking a compassionate Cook to prepare flavorful meals for residents in a clean, organized kitchen. You will follow menus, handle large quantities, and ensure safety and quality in every dish.

You will work with a caring team, prepare therapeutic diets, and help train dietary staff while maintaining high sanitation standards and helping with meal service in a community-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Experience cooking for seniors in a community setting.
• Ability to follow established menus and portion guidelines.
• Experience with therapeutic diets and texture-modified meals.
• Strong cleanliness and sanitation practices.
• Willingness to orient and train new dietary staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare flavorful, well-balanced meals for residents.
• Cook foods in large quantities per menus and portions.
• Prepare therapeutic diets and texture-modified meals.
• Maintain attractive plating and presentations for residents.
• Record meal temperatures to meet safety standards.
• Maintain sanitation schedules and equipment cleanliness.
• Assist with meal service and keep carts tidy.
• Collaborate with dietary, care, and leadership teams.

Skills

Team-oriented cooking

Food safety

Leadership when needed

Job description

Columbia Place Assisted Living is seeking a compassionate Cook to prepare flavorful meals for residents in a clean, organized kitchen. You will follow menus, handle large quantities, and ensure safety and quality in every dish.

You will work with a caring team, prepare therapeutic diets, and help train dietary staff while maintaining high sanitation standards and helping with meal service in a community-focused environment.