Senior Living Cook — Nutritious, Resident-Focused

MorningStar Senior Living; Kirkland (WA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401k plan with matching

HSA options

Employee assistance programs

Paid sick, vacation and birthday

Career development programs

Charitable and philanthropic options

Job summary

MorningStar of Kirkland is seeking a dedicated Cook to prepare, season, and serve balanced meals for residents. The role involves following menus, safety guidelines, and quality standards to ensure appetizing, nutritious meals in a respectful, resident-centered environment.

The position is full-time with a Sunday–Thursday schedule from about 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. MorningStar emphasizes a culture of care, service, and ongoing development for its team members.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma preferred or ability to read/write English.
• Experience in dietary settings preferred in health care.
• Knowledge of large-quantity cooking and special diets.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, season, and serve meals per menus and recipes.
• Follow food-handling safety, portion control, and dietary guidelines.
• Estimate quantities, monitor waste, and ensure appealing presentation.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen and equipment.

Skills

Food preparation

Menu adherence

Sanitation standards

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Job description

MorningStar of Kirkland is seeking a dedicated Cook to prepare, season, and serve balanced meals for residents. The role involves following menus, safety guidelines, and quality standards to ensure appetizing, nutritious meals in a respectful, resident-centered environment.

The position is full-time with a Sunday–Thursday schedule from about 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. MorningStar emphasizes a culture of care, service, and ongoing development for its team members.