Senior Living Cook: Nutritious Meals & Compassionate Care

Stone-Bridge-Senior-Living; Marble Hill (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

StoneBridge Senior Living in Marble Hill, MO is seeking an experienced cook to prepare appetizing, nourishing meals for residents with dietary needs. You will follow RD-developed menu cycles and ensure meals meet safety and temperature requirements, while managing food storage and waste efficiently.

The role emphasizes person-centered care, teamwork, and adherence to professional standards, with opportunities to contribute to a supportive, family-like culture.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience as a cook in an institutional food service setting preferred.
• Basic understanding of nutrition and therapeutic diets.
• Excellent interpersonal, organization and communication skills.
• Understanding of person-centered care.
• Working knowledge and ability to apply professional standards of practice in job situations.

Responsibilities

• Handles and stores all food according to facility procedures and safe food handling guidelines.
• Follows standardized recipes.
• Prepare foods that correspond to the menu cycles developed by Registered Dietitians.
• Cooks or prepares meals in proper temperatures and times.
• Uses food supplies efficiently to prevent waste.
• Prepares and maintains food alternatives for resident choices.
• Assist with food storage, preparation, tray assembly, and cleaning.
• Operates institutional food preparation equipment and maintains cleanliness.
• Communicates with supervisor to maximize resident satisfaction.
• Assists Dietary Manager with inspection prep and surveys.

Skills

Institutional cook experience

Nutrition & therapeutic diets

Interpersonal & communication

Person-centered care

Professional standards of practice

Job description

StoneBridge Senior Living in Marble Hill, MO is seeking an experienced cook to prepare appetizing, nourishing meals for residents with dietary needs. You will follow RD-developed menu cycles and ensure meals meet safety and temperature requirements, while managing food storage and waste efficiently.

The role emphasizes person-centered care, teamwork, and adherence to professional standards, with opportunities to contribute to a supportive, family-like culture.