Senior Living Cook: Nutritious Meals, Community Impact

Claiborne Senior Living; Martinez (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Double time pay on major holidays

Free employee meals

Up to $1,000 employee referral bonus

Full-time benefits: medical, dental, …

Job summary

Claiborne Senior Living is seeking a Cook to prepare high-quality, nutritious meals for our residents in a welcoming, well-organized kitchen. You will follow standardized recipes, ensure proper portioning, and support safe food handling.

We value ownership, integrity, and teamwork. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent, prior cooking experience in healthcare or senior living, strong time management, and the flexibility to work weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous cooking experience in healthcare, senior living, or high-volume food service preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and safe food handling practices.
• Ability to follow recipes, menus, and instructions consistently.
• Strong time management skills and attention to detail.
• Dependable, team-oriented, and able to work independently.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Flexibility to work weekends and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to standardized recipes, menus, and portion guidelines.
• Ensure meals meet quality, presentation, and dietary standards.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and infection control policies.
• Support special diets and dietary restrictions as directed.
• Maintain a clean, organized kitchen and food prep areas.
• Assist with inventory, storage, labeling, and rotation of food items.
• Work closely with the dining services team to ensure timely meal service.

Skills

Cooking

Food safety

Time management

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Claiborne Senior Living is seeking a Cook to prepare high-quality, nutritious meals for our residents in a welcoming, well-organized kitchen. You will follow standardized recipes, ensure proper portioning, and support safe food handling.

We value ownership, integrity, and teamwork. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent, prior cooking experience in healthcare or senior living, strong time management, and the flexibility to work weekends and holidays.