Senior Living Cook - Flexible Hours & Growth

Jaybirdseniorliving4; Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Health insurance

401(k) with match

PTO

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Jaybird Senior Living is seeking a reliable Cook to support our culinary department in a senior living community in Minnesota. The Cook prepares meals, maintains kitchen cleanliness, and assists the Culinary Coordinator to ensure high-quality dining experiences for residents, visitors, and team members.

You will follow recipes, maintain food safety and sanitation, and work closely with staff to ensure smooth dining operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; Culinary Arts degree preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in culinary or hospitality services.
• Ability to follow recipes accurately and maintain food safety standards.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.
• Calm, friendly demeanor and commitment to serving seniors.
• Ability to work independently and assist in supervisory tasks as needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food according to menu and recipe guidelines.
• Assist with serving meals in the dining room and maintaining dining areas.
• Wash dishes, clean kitchen and dining spaces, and follow cleaning schedules.
• Maintain proper sanitation and food safety practices; use PPE as required.
• Supervise food requisitions, inventory, and food rotation when the Culinary Coordinator is absent.
• Assist and oversee Culinary/Resident Assistants in food preparation and dining tasks.
• Report unsafe conditions, complete work orders, and respond to alarms or emergency situations.
• Participate in staff in-services, meetings, and safety committees.
• Uphold confidentiality of residents and coworkers; complete incident reports as needed.

Job description

Jaybird Senior Living is seeking a reliable Cook to support our culinary department in a senior living community in Minnesota. The Cook prepares meals, maintains kitchen cleanliness, and assists the Culinary Coordinator to ensure high-quality dining experiences for residents, visitors, and team members.

You will follow recipes, maintain food safety and sanitation, and work closely with staff to ensure smooth dining operations.