Weekend Cook

Legacy Village of Hendersonville; Hendersonville (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO and holiday pay

Employee meals and uniforms

401(k) with company match

Supportive team and mission-driven a

Job summary

Legacy Village of Hendersonville is seeking a part-time Cook who brings warmth and care to the dining room. You’ll prepare nutritious meals, follow approved menus and dietary needs, and present dishes with restaurant-style appeal.

You’ll work in a team with a compassionate approach to seniors, ensure food safety, support special events, and contribute to a welcoming, home-like dining experience daily.

Qualifications

• Experience in cooking for large groups is preferred.
• Certificate in food-preparation training is preferred.
• Desire to work with older adults.

Responsibilities

• Prepare daily meals and snacks in alignment with approved menus and dietary needs.
• Present meals in a restaurant-style way to enhance appetite and dignity.
• Ensure meals are served on schedule and maintain food safety standards.
• Support independence with adaptive utensils or portion changes and assist with events or themed meals.

Skills

Commercial kitchen experience

Compassion for older adults

Recipe following

Organizational skills

ServSafe certification

Education

Food-prep certification

Job description

• Employee Type Part Time

Description

Cook with Heart. Serve with Purpose. Nourish a Legacy.

At Legacy Senior Living, our Cooks are more than kitchen staff - they are memory makers, caregivers in disguise, and part of the daily joy our residents experience. If you're passionate about cooking and want to serve seniors with dignity and warmth, we want you on our team.

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Your Impact

Food is comfort. Food is connection. As a Cook, you'll help shape the experience our residents look forward to every day—mealtime. You'll prepare nutritious, well-balanced meals that respect dietary needs and personal preferences, while also creating a warm and welcoming dining environment.

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What You'll Do

Food Preparation & Culinary Excellence

• Prepare daily meals and snacks in alignment with approved menus, nutrition guidelines, and resident-specific diets (including allergies and medical restrictions)
• Present meals in an appealing, restaurant-style way that enhances appetite and dignity
• Ensure meals are served on schedule and with care -hot food hot, cold food cold
• Provide for individual needs by supporting independence with adaptive utensils or portion changes
• Assist in the planning and preparation of food for special events or themed meals
• Monitor food and supply inventory; report needs to the Food Service Director
• Assist with receiving and rotating stock, ensuring first-in/first-out storage
• Maintain clean, organized, and compliant kitchen and food storage areas
• Promptly report equipment or safety issues to leadership
• Follow all food safety and sanitation standards in compliance with OSHA and state regulations

Resident Engagement & Teamwork

• Engage with residents to receive feedback and foster a sense of hospitality
• Coordinate with care staff to ensure special dietary instructions are followed
• Support a collaborative kitchen and dining team environment
• Assist other food service team members as needed, including light cleaning or service tasks

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What You Bring

• Previous experience in a commercial kitchen, senior living, healthcare, or hospitality setting preferred
• A genuine respect and compassion for older adults
• Ability to follow recipes, dietary guidelines, and safety protocols
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• ServSafe certification (or ability to obtain upon hire)
• Ability to stand, lift, and carry in a fast-paced kitchen environment

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Why Legacy?

We believe in serving with honor, building careers with purpose, and creating environments where both residents and employees feel at home.

You'll receive:

• PTO and holiday pay
• Employee meals and uniforms
• 401(k) with company match
• Supportive team and a respectful, mission-driven workplace

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Feed the Body. Lift the Spirit. Join the Legacy.

If you're ready to cook with heart, take pride in your work, and be part of a team that values respect, integrity, and servant leadership, we'd love to hear from you.

Summary

Prepare, serve, and handle food in accordance with federal and state regulations and the residence policies and procedures. Maintain clean and sanitized dining service areas and assist in the receiving, rotation, and storage of products.

Requirements

• Experience in cooking for large groups
• Certificate in food-preparation training preferred
• Desire to work with older adults