Senior Living Cook: Nutritious Meals & Teamwork

Claiborne Senior Living; Gulfport (MS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday pay (double time on major hol/

Free employee meals

Referral bonus

Benefits package

Job summary

Claiborne Senior Living is seeking a Cook to prepare high-quality, nutritious meals for residents in a hospital-style senior living setting. You’ll contribute to a safe, organized kitchen and collaborate with dining services to ensure timely service.

The role emphasizes following recipes, maintaining safety standards, and accommodating dietary restrictions, with opportunities for weekend/holiday shifts and a strong benefits package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous cooking experience in healthcare, senior living, or high-volume food service preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and safe handling practices.
• Ability to follow recipes, menus, and instructions consistently.

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

Cooking experience

Food safety & sanitation

Time management

Teamwork

Ability to stand long hours

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 hospital-style senior living setting. You’ll contribute to a safe, organized kitchen and collaborate with dining services to ensure timely service.

The role emphasizes following recipes, maintaining safety standards, and accommodating dietary restrictions, with opportunities for weekend/holiday shifts and a strong benefits package.