Senior Living Cook — $5k Sign-On Bonus & Nutritious Meals

Friendship Village Senior Living Communities; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

403(b) with a 50% match up to 4%

Employee referral opportunities

Career advancement opportunities

On-Demand Pay

Pet Insurance

Free Life Insurance

Job summary

Friendship Village Senior Living Communities in Chesterfield, MO is hiring a Full-Time Cook to prepare nutritious meals for residents and create a memorable dining experience. The role requires adherence to safety guidelines and collaboration with the Culinary Services team.

Weekend rotation and a $5,000 sign-on bonus are included. The successful candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent, prior cooking experience in healthcare or senior living, and strong teamwork and communication

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in restaurant, healthcare, or senior living preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to standardized recipes and production schedules
• Ensure food is prepared, plated, and presented according to quality standards
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and infection prevention guidelines
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment
• Properly store, label, and rotate food products
• Assist with meal preparation, special events, and catering as needed
• Monitor food quality, temperatures, and portion sizes
• Collaborate with the Culinary Services team to ensure an exceptional dining experience for residents
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently
• Support a positive, team-oriented work environment

Skills

Food safety

Teamwork

Time management

Communication

Attention to detail

Stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Friendship Village Senior Living Communities in Chesterfield, MO is hiring a Full-Time Cook to prepare nutritious meals for residents and create a memorable dining experience. The role requires adherence to safety guidelines and collaboration with the Culinary Services team.

Weekend rotation and a $5,000 sign-on bonus are included. The successful candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent, prior cooking experience in healthcare or senior living, and strong teamwork and communication