Senior Living Chef: Creative Cook & Menu Innovator

Northbridge Communities; Farmington (NM); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Training & growth

Job summary

Northbridge Communities is seeking a Chef / Cook to join our culinary team serving residents in a senior living community. The shift runs 11am–7pm, Wednesday through Sunday, offering a supportive environment that values quality and heartfelt hospitality.

You will collaborate with the Culinary Director to design menus, maintain a clean and safe kitchen, and create new dishes residents will love. A background in fast-paced kitchens and food safety knowledge is required, with vaccination proof or a

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or chef in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Ability to plan menus, prep food, and use different cooking methods.
• Strong time management and attention to detail.
• Commitment to high-quality standards in all tasks.
• Knowledge of food safety rules and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Cook food precisely following established standards and guidelines.
• Work closely with the Culinary Director to make menus that residents love.
• Keep the kitchen clean and organized, following health and safety rules.
• Come up with new dishes that residents will enjoy.
• Be professional in all culinary interactions and operations.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Menu planning

Time management

Food safety

Quality standards

Job description

Northbridge Communities is seeking a Chef / Cook to join our culinary team serving residents in a senior living community. The shift runs 11am–7pm, Wednesday through Sunday, offering a supportive environment that values quality and heartfelt hospitality.

You will collaborate with the Culinary Director to design menus, maintain a clean and safe kitchen, and create new dishes residents will love. A background in fast-paced kitchens and food safety knowledge is required, with vaccination proof or a