Cook

Brenwood Park Assisted Living is seeking a dedicated and dependable Full-Time Cook to join our team of professionals who are committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents, their families, and our community.

Pay Rate: $22 per hour

At Brenwood Park, we are guided by our CAPLICO Core Values:

• Celebration
• Accountability
• Passion for Learning
• Love One Another
• Intelligent Risk Taking
• Customer Second (Employee First!)
• Ownership

If these values resonate with your own and you meet the qualifications below, we encourage you to apply.

About the Opportunity

The Cook is responsible for providing efficient, timely, and friendly dining service to residents and team members while maintaining high standards of food quality, safety, and presentation. This position prepares and serves meals, follows recipes and dietary requirements, assists with inventory management, and helps create a positive dining experience that meets or exceeds resident expectations.

The ideal candidate is dependable, team-oriented, and passionate about providing exceptional service through nutritious and appealing meals.

Essential Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food items for breakfast, lunch, and dinner as assigned.
• Follow recipes and production guidelines to ensure consistency and quality.
• Maintain proper food handling, storage, sanitation, and safety procedures.
• Ensure compliance with community, state, and local food safety regulations.
• Assist with ordering, receiving, stocking, and rotating food inventory.
• Prepare meals according to resident dietary needs and restrictions.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment.
• Work collaboratively with the Food Service Director and other team members.
• Promote resident satisfaction through professional and courteous service.
• Complete additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Critical Success Factors

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Willingness to learn new food preparation techniques and presentation methods.
• Knowledge of special dietary needs and meal preparation techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to effectively resolve concerns and provide excellent customer service.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Commitment to food safety and equipment safety practices.
• Knowledge of and compliance with community quality standards and requirements.
• Ability to perform short-order cooking.
• Dependable, punctual, self-motivated, and able to work independently.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one (1) year of cooking experience, including quantity cooking and short-order cooking preferred.
• ServSafe Certification required.
• Previous experience in senior living, assisted living, healthcare, hospitality, or restaurant settings preferred.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong customer service skills and commitment to resident satisfaction.
• Required CBRF Certifications: Standard Precautions, First Aid & Choking, and Fire Safety
• Strong commitment to resident safety, food quality, and exceptional service.

Why Join Us?

Join a team dedicated to enhancing the lives of residents through compassionate service, teamwork, and excellence. At Brenwood Park Assisted Living, employees are valued, supported, and empowered to make a difference every day. We offer a comprehensive benefits package for eligible full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and more.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.