Senior Living Cook – Fresh Meals, Growth & Benefits

Merrill Gardens; Madison (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive pay and benefits

Company-paid EAP

Paid time off – holidays and vacation

Free daily meal

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Merrill Gardens at Madison in Madison, AL, is hiring a Senior Living Cook to prepare meals for residents across all shifts, including weekdays and weekends. The role emphasizes timely food production, safe handling, and high sanitation standards in a compassionate senior living setting.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma or GED, culinary training or degree, and at least 2 years in food preparation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Culinary training certification or degree in Culinary Arts is required.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in quality food preparation.
• Ability to obtain ServSafe Certification within 60 days.
• Flexibility with schedule including early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Preparing all food items in a timely fashion.
• Visually inspecting all food to ensure readiness for proper plating.
• Maintaining kitchen sanitation according to safety standards.
• Always practicing correct food handling and food storage procedures.

Skills

Food preparation

Food safety

Sanitation

Flexibility

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Culinary Training Certification or Degree in Culinary Arts

ServSafe Certification (within 60 days)

Job description

Merrill Gardens at Madison in Madison, AL, is hiring a Senior Living Cook to prepare meals for residents across all shifts, including weekdays and weekends. The role emphasizes timely food production, safe handling, and high sanitation standards in a compassionate senior living setting.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma or GED, culinary training or degree, and at least 2 years in food preparation.