Senior Living Cook

Merrill Gardens; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Free daily meal

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Disability insurance

Pet insurance

Advance Pay

Career advancement

Job summary

Merrill Gardens is seeking a dedicated Senior Living Cook to prepare fresh, nutritious meals for our residents from 11:00am to 7:30pm. You will follow established recipes, ensure timely plating, and maintain high food quality in a clean kitchen.

Ideal candidates have at least 2 years of quality food prep, a HS diploma or GED, and culinary training is preferred. ServSafe within 60 days and HACCP knowledge are a plus. Join a family-owned company with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in quality food preparation.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Culinary training certification or degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special event meals as directed by the Executive Chef.
• Follow established recipes and batch-cooking procedures to ensure fresh, high-quality meals.
• Ensure food is prepared in a timely manner and dishes are properly plated and presented.
• Meet regularly with the Executive Chef to discuss upcoming menu planning.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary kitchen and complete cleaning duties.
• Follow food handling, storage, and HACCP procedures and document temperatures.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Cooking skills

Team player

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or GED

Culinary training certification or degree

Job description

Senior Living Cook

11am - 7:30pm

Are you passionate about creating delicious, high-quality meals and making a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors? Are you dedicated to providing an exceptional dining experience in an environment that values individualism, dignity, and connection? If so, we may have the perfect opportunity for you!

Turners Rock Senior Living is currently accepting applications for Cooks to help prepare fresh, nutritious, and delicious meals for the residents who call our beautiful community home.

If you are a compassionate, caring, responsible, and dependable individual who takes pride in your work and enjoys creating positive experiences through food, we would love the opportunity to speak with you!

Family means everything to us. From the communities we create to the connections we make with residents, everything we do is rooted in our history as a fifth-generation family business.

We build on that family with the people we hire and the teams they form. As a family company, we can do things differently, and for the past 30 years our long-term commitment to team members has been unsurpassed.

We offer our full-time employees:

• Highly competitive pay and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance).
• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid time off - 7 holidays, and 11 vacation days.
• Free daily meal every shift.
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting!
• Tuition reimbursement for career growth.
• Company-paid short & long-term disability insurance.
• Pet insurance and team member discounts.
• Advance Pay benefit - access wages before payday.
• A stable, growing company with opportunities for advancement!

We offer our part-time employees:

• Free daily meal every shift.
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting!
• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement for career growth.
• Pet insurance and team member discounts.
• Advance Pay benefit - access wages before payday.
• A stable, growing company with opportunities for advancement!

Our Cooks are responsible for:

• Preparing breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special event meals as directed by the Executive Chef.
• Preparing all food items according to established recipes and procedures, using batch-cooking methods when appropriate to ensure fresh, high-quality meals.
• Ensuring food is prepared in a timely manner and inspecting completed dishes for proper plating and presentation.
• Meeting regularly with the Executive Chef to discuss upcoming menu preparation.
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary kitchen by cleaning and sanitizing work areas and equipment before and after use and completing assigned cleaning duties.
• Following proper food handling, storage, and food safety procedures, including maintaining required temperature charts, records, and food production documentation.
• Providing excellent customer service to residents and Team Members and contributing to a positive team environment.

If you are someone with:

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in quality food preparation.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Culinary Training Certification or a degree in Culinary Arts preferred.
• Previous senior living experience is a plus.
• Ability to obtain ServSafe Certification as required by local or state agencies within 60 days.
• Knowledge of the Seven Steps of HACCP.

Physical Requirements:

This role requires frequent standing, walking, and manual handling of materials up to 50 lbs. Regular bending, lifting, and reaching are also part of daily responsibilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Consider applying to become a Cook with the Merrill Family of Senior Living Communities!

Yes, You Can have a meaningful Career!

Our mission is to provide an inspiring environment for our residents, families, and team members where every life is defined by the possibilities.

Merrill Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer