Senior Living Cook: Nutritious Meals & Safe Kitchen

Claiborne Senior Living; Loraine (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Double-time pay

Free meals

Referral bonus

Full benefits package

Job summary

Claiborne Senior Living is seeking a Cook to prepare high-quality, nutritious meals for residents in a welcoming kitchen environment. You will follow recipes, maintain safety standards, and support dietary needs while collaborating with dining services.

You’ll join a team that values integrity, accountability, and professionalism, with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for full-time staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 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.

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

Food safety knowledge

Follow recipes

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 residents in a welcoming kitchen environment. You will follow recipes, maintain safety standards, and support dietary needs while collaborating with dining services.

You’ll join a team that values integrity, accountability, and professionalism, with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for full-time staff.