Senior Living Prep Cook - Fresh, Nutrient-Preserving Meals

Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs; Ocean Springs (MS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits (medical,

EAP

Paid time off

Free daily meal

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Disability insurance

Pet insurance

Advance Pay

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs is seeking a Senior Living Prep Cook to support residents in a caring, senior-focused environment. The role emphasizes quality food preparation, batch-cooking, and adherence to dietary requirements within a community that values dignity and individualism.

Candidates should have extensive experience in quality food prep, scratch cooking, and basic computer skills (Outlook/Word).

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in quality food preparation.
• Experience in scratch cooking in a high volume environment.
• Proficiency in computer skills including MS Outlook, Word, etc.
• 1 year of previous dining experience in food preparation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing all food items following production amounts, proper recipes, and procedures.
• Ensure all items are prepared in a timely fashion using batch-cooking or cook-to-order methods.
• Maintain high standards of food safety and nutrient preservation to meet dietary requirements.
• Attend dining services meetings and trainings as scheduled.
• Maintain kitchen sanitation and safety standards and document temperature records.

Skills

Quality food prep

Scratch cooking

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

College degree preferred

Tools

MS Outlook

Word

Job description

Truewood by Merrill, Ocean Springs is seeking a Senior Living Prep Cook to support residents in a caring, senior-focused environment. The role emphasizes quality food preparation, batch-cooking, and adherence to dietary requirements within a community that values dignity and individualism.

Candidates should have extensive experience in quality food prep, scratch cooking, and basic computer skills (Outlook/Word).