Senior Living Cook

Cook – Senior Living Join a team that feels like family. Our senior living community in Garden City is looking for a warm-hearted, skilled Cook who enjoys preparing delicious meals and making a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors.

What We Offer

PTO Health, dental & vision insurance 401(k) opportunities A supportive, team-focused work environment where your contributions truly matter About the Role Our Cook plays a key part in creating a comfortable home-like experience for residents by preparing meals that are nutritious, appealing, and served with care. What You’ll Do Prepare meals, beverages, and snacks according to standardized recipes Follow portion and recipe guidelines to support cost control, inventory, and nutritional needs Safely receive, store, prepare, cook, serve, cool, and reheat foods in compliance with regulations Properly store leftovers and ensure temperature standards are always maintained Clean and sanitize kitchen areas, equipment, and utensils Secure potentially hazardous utensils at the end of each shift Assist with deliveries and stocking Assist with food inventory, ordering, and menu design What We’re Looking For Food Handler’s certificate (or willingness to obtain) Prior cooking experience—especially for groups or in a healthcare/assisted living setting Knowledge of basic math, cooking terminology, and measurement conversions Understanding of safe food handling, sanitation, and kitchen hygiene Skill and comfort using sharp kitchen tools Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and maintain daily logs Comfortable interacting with residents living with memory loss and diverse care needs Team-oriented attitude and ability to build positive relationships with coworkers, residents, and families Ability to maintain a clean, organized kitchen environment If you enjoy cooking for others and want to be part of a caring, mission-driven community, we’d love to meet you!

Apply today to join our team at Emerson House. #EMERSON