Senior Living Cook — Hospitality & Meal Quality

The Avalon of Commerce Township; Commerce (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Avalon of Commerce Township is recruiting for a hospitality focused Cook to join our team. This full-time, hands-on role supports the Community Culinary Services Department by producing meals with a high standard of quality and cleanliness for our residents.

You will help ensure meals meet nutritional standards, maintain safe food handling, and contribute to a warm, welcoming community atmosphere that enhances resident satisfaction and occupancy.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Culinary degree preferred.
• Minimum of one year restaurant/senior living or equivalent cooking experience.

Responsibilities

• Exemplify cleanliness, sanitation and operational organization.
• Adhere to food quality, appearance and presentation standards.
• Produce and serve menu cycle programs that meet nutritional criteria and dietary requirements.
• Demonstrate cooking speed, accuracy and efficiency.
• Demonstrate knowledge in all areas of cooking preparation and production.
• Assist with serving of meals and ware washing as necessary.
• Visit residents to evaluate food service and adjust procedures to improve quality.
• Represent the community in a warm, inviting manner to create a positive environment.
• Support driving top-line revenue and occupancy through quality service.

Education

High school diploma

Culinary degree preferred

Job description

The Avalon of Commerce Township is recruiting for a hospitality focused Cook to join our team. This full-time, hands-on role supports the Community Culinary Services Department by producing meals with a high standard of quality and cleanliness for our residents.

You will help ensure meals meet nutritional standards, maintain safe food handling, and contribute to a warm, welcoming community atmosphere that enhances resident satisfaction and occupancy.