Senior Living Cook — Growth, Training & Benefits

Cedarhurst Senior Living; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedarhurst Senior Living seeks a Cook to prepare nutritious, appealing meals that meet dietary needs and safety standards in a senior living community. You will help with kitchen organization, training, and collaboration with the Dining Services Director to ensure a welcoming dining experience.

Ideal candidates have a year of cooking experience, a High School Diploma, and Food Manager Certification. Must maintain sanitation, temperature logs, and support a resident-focused dining environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Food manager certification or ability to obtain it.
• Experience in food service and kitchen safety guidelines.
• Familiar with dietary accommodations and safety protocols.
• Proficient with basic software tools and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and portion meals per recipes and menus.
• Maintain proper food temperatures and sanitation standards.
• Accommodate residents' dietary needs and preferences.
• Document temperature logs and cleaning schedules.
• Assist with training of new kitchen staff and team communication.
• Ensure safe handling of food and adherence to infection control.

Skills

Food preparation

Safety procedures

Dietary accommodation

Communication with families

Inventory & logs

Team training

Math for recipes

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Food Manager Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic health record systems

Job description

Cedarhurst Senior Living seeks a Cook to prepare nutritious, appealing meals that meet dietary needs and safety standards in a senior living community. You will help with kitchen organization, training, and collaboration with the Dining Services Director to ensure a welcoming dining experience.

Ideal candidates have a year of cooking experience, a High School Diploma, and Food Manager Certification. Must maintain sanitation, temperature logs, and support a resident-focused dining environment.