Cook - The Retreat

Job Details: Job Location: Immanuel Living at Buffalo Hill

• Kalispell, MT, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $16.00 - $19.20Hourly, Job Shift: Any, Join Our Team! Bring your passion for cooking to Immanuel Living! We're looking for a dependable, enthusiastic, and skilled Cook to join our Nutrition Services team. In this rewarding role, you'll do more than prepare meals. You'll help create enjoyable dining experiences for residents while ensuring meals are nutritious, delicious, and prepared with care. You'll also have the opportunity to support daily kitchen operations and provide leadership when department management is unavailable. If you enjoy cooking, take pride in your work, and value being part of a supportive team, we'd love to meet you!

What You'll Do

Prepare and serve high-quality, appealing meals and snacks according to established menus, recipes, and meal schedules. Follow standardized recipes, portion guidelines, and therapeutic or special dietary requirements. Assist with daily kitchen operations and oversee the Nutrition Services Department when the Manager or Assistant Manager is unavailable.

Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen while following food safety regulations and proper food handling practices. Help train and guide team members on safe food preparation and handling techniques. Review menus, make necessary substitutions, and accurately document changes. Assist with receiving, labeling, dating, and properly storing food and supplies.

Monitor food, supply, and equipment needs and communicate concerns to the Nutrition Services Manager. Collaborate with team members to provide timely, friendly, and quality dining services to residents.

What We're Looking For

Must be at least 18 years of age. At least six months of experience in food preparation or a related field preferred. Experience in large-scale cooking operations and supervisory responsibilities preferred. Completion of the Serv. Safe program upon entry into the position. Knowledge of safe food handling, sanitation, and food preparation practices.

Ability to follow standardized recipes, menus, portion guidelines, and special dietary instructions. Strong time management, organizational, and multitasking skills. Ability to work independently and provide leadership when management is unavailable. Strong communication, teamwork, and customer service skills. Commitment to maintaining a safe, clean, and positive kitchen environment.

Standing and Walking: Frequently required to stand for at least 90% of the shift. Lifting: Frequently lift up to 10 pounds, occasionally to frequently lift up to 20 pounds, occasionally lift up to 35 pounds, and rarely lift up to 50 pounds.

What We Offer

Immanuel Living offers a competitive benefits package designed to support our employees personally and professionally, including: Affordable childcare Retirement Savings Program with strong employer match Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Medical benefits Optional dental insurance Employee wellness programs Educational assistance and employee scholarships promoting lifelong learning Free and discounted employee meals Benefits are subject to change and vary based on employment status and eligibility.

About Immanuel Living Immanuel Living is a not-for-profit Life Plan Community located in Kalispell, Montana. Our dedicated team serves approximately 300 older adults across independent living, assisted living, memory support, post-acute rehabilitation, and long-term care. Located in the beautiful Flathead Valley near Glacier National Park, our community offers resort-style amenities, engaging activities, and opportunities for residents to live life to the fullest.

Affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America, Immanuel Living is committed to providing a welcoming, faith-based environment while delivering exceptional care and innovative senior living services. Ready to Make a Difference? Join a team where your work matters and your contributions are valued. Apply today and grow your career with Immanuel Living!

Please include your complete work history when applying, beginning with your most recent employer, including any self-employment. Immanuel Living is a drug-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualifications: