Senior Living Chef: Nutritious Meals & Community

Claiborne Senior Living; Central (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Double time pay on major holidays

Free employee meals

Referral bonus up to $1,000

Full-time benefits: medical, dental,视n

Job summary

Claiborne Senior Living is seeking a Cook to prepare high-quality, nutritious meals for our residents in a clean, organized kitchen. The role emphasizes safe food handling, accurate portioning, and collaboration with dining services to ensure timely meal service.

You should have a high school diploma or equivalent and prior cooking experience in healthcare or high-volume food service. We offer competitive pay, strong benefits, and an equal opportunity workplace.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in healthcare, senior living, or high-volume food service preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and safe food handling practices.
• Ability to follow recipes, menus, and instructions consistently.
• Strong time management skills and attention to detail.
• Dependable, team-oriented, and able to work independently.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Flexibility to work weekends and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to standardized recipes, menus, and portion guidelines.
• Ensure meals meet quality, presentation, and dietary standards.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and infection control policies.
• Support special diets and dietary restrictions as directed.
• Maintain a clean, organized kitchen and food prep areas.
• Assist with inventory, storage, labeling, and rotation of food items.
• Work closely with the dining services team to ensure timely meal service.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Time management

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Claiborne Senior Living is seeking a Cook to prepare high-quality, nutritious meals for our residents in a clean, organized kitchen. The role emphasizes safe food handling, accurate portioning, and collaboration with dining services to ensure timely meal service.

You should have a high school diploma or equivalent and prior cooking experience in healthcare or high-volume food service. We offer competitive pay, strong benefits, and an equal opportunity workplace.