Cook

At Eagle Senior Living, we believe meaningful relationships are what make a life well-lived. Since 2002, our communities have offered independent living, assisted living, and memory care built around close, family-like bonds between residents and associates.

We're hiring a Cook to prepare quality meals for our residents in accordance with approved menus and food safety standards. This role reports to the Director of Dining Services.

What You'll Do

• Assist in planning menus and preparing food following standardized recipes and food safety regulations

• Maintain high standards of quality food production, nutrition, and portion control

• Maintain proper sanitation and safety in food preparation areas

• Assist in cleaning cooking areas and kitchen equipment

• Consult with the Supervisor on menu planning, food preparation, and therapeutic diets

• Supervise the kitchen in the absence of the Executive Chef

What You'll Need

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) preferred

• Culinary degree or equivalent work experience preferred

• At least 1 year of related work experience, preferably in restaurant or food service

• Knowledge of high-end institutional food service, including food planning, preparation, cooking, storage, dietetics, and sanitation

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, climb stairs, reach, turn, bend, stoop, crouch, kneel, and perform fine manipulation throughout the workday

• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds unassisted on a regular basis

• Normal or corrected vision and hearing, including color recognition

Working Environment

• Work is performed in a well-lit, well-ventilated kitchen, with exposure to heat, cold, dust, fumes, odors, water, and noise

• Occasional outdoor exposure to weather and temperature changes

• Flexibility to work beyond normal hours, on weekends, or in other roles as needed

What We Offer

• Competitive pay

• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay

• Flexible scheduling

• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities

Ready to bring your cooking skills to a team that treats residents like family? Apply today.

Additional Information

This job description is intended to convey general information about the role and is not an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, skills, or working conditions. The Company reserves the right to revise the functions and duties of the position, or to require additional or different tasks, at any time. Associates may be required to work overtime, different shifts, or hours outside the normally defined workday or workweek. This position may include access to Protected Health Information (PHI) as defined under HIPAA; associates with such access will receive training on HIPAA requirements and the Company's health information policies. Associates who violate HIPAA requirements are subject to discipline, up to and including termination. This position description does not constitute a contract of employment and does not alter an associate's at-will employment status.

Hired candidates will be required to successfully complete a criminal background check, valid reference checks, a pre-employment drug test, a physical, and proof of employment eligibility. Eagle Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.