Senior Living Cook: Nutritious Meals, Team Kitchen, Benefits

Claiborne Senior Living; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Double time pay on major holidays

Free employee meals

Referral bonus up to $1000

Full-time benefits: medical, dental, V

Disability and life insurance

Job summary

Claiborne Senior Living is seeking a Cook to prepare high-quality, nutritious meals for residents in a fast-paced, healthcare kitchen. You will follow standardized recipes, keep to portion guidelines, and maintain safety and sanitation standards.

The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and a commitment to residents’ well-being, with full-time benefits and opportunities for professional growth within a caring community.

Qualifications

• Prepare meals according to standardized recipes and portion guidelines.
• Follow safety, sanitation, and infection control policies.
• Ability to follow recipes and menus accurately.
• Stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs.

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

Culinary skills

Food safety awareness

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 fast-paced, healthcare kitchen. You will follow standardized recipes, keep to portion guidelines, and maintain safety and sanitation standards.

The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and a commitment to residents’ well-being, with full-time benefits and opportunities for professional growth within a caring community.