At Five Star Senior Living, our people are the critical link to those we serve, and it is their vitality, energy, and caring nature that allows us to fulfill our mission of enriching and inspiring the journey of life. In addition to nurturing and advancing the lives of our residents, our team members enjoy meaningful opportunities for personal and professional growth, within a supportive culture centered around advancing their lives, as well.

The Cook position is part of the Culinary Team responsible for providing delicious and nutritious meals for our residents, guests, and team members.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare meals for residents and their guests in a timely and consistent manner.
• Cook and assemble meals according to established recipes, portion sizes, and presentation standards.
• Collaborate with culinary staff, nutritionists, and healthcare professionals to accommodate special dietary needs, allergies, and food intolerances of residents.
• Order and inventory food and supplies, monitoring stock levels and rotation to minimize waste.
• Assist with menu development, recipe tasting, and special event planning.
• Ensure work environment and stations are clean and sanitized.
• Inspect food products and supplies as needed.
• Communicate changes or shortages quickly and effectively.
• Comply with outlined safety regulations, procedures, and 5-Star policies.

What You’ll Bring

• Responsibilities include customer service, inventory, food safety, and communication.

We see and support the whole you. Because investing in you, and all our team members, is the first step in making a difference in the lives of others.

Is This You?

• Puts People First – You have an authentic connection to our vision of a world in which the quality of life is ageless.
• Customer Focused – You strive to build and strengthen customer loyalty.
• Results Oriented – You’re forward thinking, seeing the big picture as you lead with empathy.
• Drives Operational Excellence – You encourage a mindset of continuous improvement.
• Embraces Change – You’re a change driver, engaging all key stakeholders.

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• 401k Retirement Plan with Match.
• Competitive Paid Time Off.
• Life and Disability Insurance and other supplemental benefits.
• Professional Development Funds.
• Wellness Coaching & Personal Support Benefits.
• Recognition & Reward Programs.

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Experience and/or knowledge of special diets and meal preparation for large groups.
• Strong working knowledge of food preparation techniques and safety regulations.
• Effective time management skills.
• Ability to read and understand recipes.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds.