Senior Living Cook — Nutritious Meals & Compassionate Care

ALG Senior; Hope Park (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Willow Ridge Memory Care in Hope Park, NC is seeking an experienced Cook to prepare nutritious, appealing meals for residents in accordance with menu plans and dietary needs.

You will work with the Dietary Manager and kitchen team to ensure timely service, maintain high standards of food safety and sanitation, manage inventory, and respond to residents’ preferences with compassion and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food safety standards and regulations.
• Ability to follow recipes and meal plans.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Compassion for and a desire to work with the elderly.

Responsibilities

• Food Preparation: Prepare and cook meals according to menu plans, ensuring nutrition and dietary requirements.
• Meal Service: Ensure meals are served timely with quality and presentation.
• Kitchen Maintenance: Maintain a sanitary kitchen following safety procedures.
• Team Collaboration: Work with Dietary Manager and kitchen staff and train new staff as needed.
• Inventory Control: Track food supplies and report shortages.
• Resident Engagement: Accommodate dietary requests and preferences.
• Regulatory Compliance: Adhere to health and safety regulations.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Time management

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Willow Ridge Memory Care in Hope Park, NC is seeking an experienced Cook to prepare nutritious, appealing meals for residents in accordance with menu plans and dietary needs.

You will work with the Dietary Manager and kitchen team to ensure timely service, maintain high standards of food safety and sanitation, manage inventory, and respond to residents’ preferences with compassion and professionalism.