Senior Living Cook — Craft Elegant Meals & Growth

Gallaher Signature Living - Varenna; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-Time

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid vacation and sick time

Complimentary meals

Career growth

Training

Job summary

Gallaher Signature Living in Santa Rosa, CA, is seeking a Cook to deliver a refined, hospitality-driven dining experience for residents, guests, and staff. You will prepare and present high-quality meals following menus, recipes, and regulatory standards including California Title 22.

The role emphasizes safety, sanitation, and collaboration with the culinary team to maintain a warm, elegant dining environment consistent with our boutique community.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of 6 months’ experience as a cook in a restaurant, hospitality, or similar food service environment preferred.
• Ability to safely operate standard commercial kitchen equipment and utensils.
• Demonstrated ability to work respectfully and patiently with older adults.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Food Handler’s certification, First Aid, and CPR as required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to established recipes and production standards, ensuring meals are consistently flavorful and served at proper temperatures.
• Assist with food preparation for special meals, events, and community functions as scheduled.
• Prepare soups, appetizers, entrées, vegetables, side dishes, and desserts for residents, team members, and special events.
• Inspect diet orders and special requests to ensure meals comply with dietary guidelines.
• Coordinate food production timing to align with scheduled meal service and preserve quality.

Skills

Operate kitchen equipment

Organizational skills

English communication

Safety and sanitation

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Food Handler’s cert / First Aid / CPR (as required)

Job description

Gallaher Signature Living in Santa Rosa, CA, is seeking a Cook to deliver a refined, hospitality-driven dining experience for residents, guests, and staff. You will prepare and present high-quality meals following menus, recipes, and regulatory standards including California Title 22.

The role emphasizes safety, sanitation, and collaboration with the culinary team to maintain a warm, elegant dining environment consistent with our boutique community.