Senior Living Cook — Nutritious Meals & Impactful Care

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, & vision insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Company-paid life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

New Hanover House in Wilmington, NC is seeking an experienced Cook to join our culinary team and provide nutritious, high‑quality meals to residents.

You will follow menus and dietary requirements, ensure timely service, maintain a clean, sanitary kitchen, train staff as needed, monitor inventory, and accommodate residents’ preferences while upholding health and safety standards. This role also includes competitive pay and full benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in senior living, healthcare, or restaurant preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety standards.
• Ability to follow recipes and meal plans.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Compassion for and desire to work with elderly.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to menu plans.
• Serve meals timely with quality and portion control.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary kitchen environment.
• Train and assist kitchen staff as needed.
• Assist with inventory management and report shortages.
• Accommodate residents' dietary requests and preferences.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations.

Skills

Food safety

Meal preparation

Time management

Team collaboration

Dietary knowledge

Compassion

Education

High school diploma

Job description

New Hanover House in Wilmington, NC is seeking an experienced Cook to join our culinary team and provide nutritious, high‑quality meals to residents.

You will follow menus and dietary requirements, ensure timely service, maintain a clean, sanitary kitchen, train staff as needed, monitor inventory, and accommodate residents’ preferences while upholding health and safety standards. This role also includes competitive pay and full benefits.