Senior Living Cook: Nutritious, Delicious Meals

Merrill Gardens; Springfield, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid time off (7 holidays, 11 vacation

Free daily meal

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Disability insurance

Pet insurance

Advance Pay

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Merrill Gardens is hiring a Senior Living Cook to prepare breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special event meals for residents. You will follow established recipes, use batch-cooking methods for freshness, and ensure timely plating with attention to presentation.

Join our team to help maintain a clean, safe kitchen and support a positive dining experience. Previous senior living experience is a plus, with ServSafe readiness within 60 days.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in quality food preparation.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Culinary Training Certification or a degree in Culinary Arts preferred.
• Previous senior living experience is a plus.
• Ability to obtain ServSafe Certification within 60 days.
• Knowledge of the Seven Steps of HACCP.

Responsibilities

• Preparing breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special event meals as directed by the Executive Chef.
• Preparing all food items according to established recipes and procedures, using batch-cooking methods when appropriate to ensure fresh, high-quality meals.
• Ensuring food is prepared in a timely manner and inspecting completed dishes for proper plating and presentation.
• Meeting regularly with the Executive Chef to discuss upcoming menu preparation.
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary kitchen by cleaning and sanitizing work areas and equipment before and after use and completing assigned cleaning duties.
• Following proper food handling, storage, and food safety procedures, including maintaining required temperature charts, records, and food production documentation.
• Providing excellent customer service to residents and Team Members and contributing to a positive team environment.

Skills

Food preparation experience

Customer service orientation

Education

High School diploma or GED

Culinary training/certification

Job description

Merrill Gardens is hiring a Senior Living Cook to prepare breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special event meals for residents. You will follow established recipes, use batch-cooking methods for freshness, and ensure timely plating with attention to presentation.

Join our team to help maintain a clean, safe kitchen and support a positive dining experience. Previous senior living experience is a plus, with ServSafe readiness within 60 days.