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.

Essential Duties:

• 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.
• Determine food and supply needs based on menu and dietary needs.
• Communicate changes or shortages quickly and effectively.
• Comply with outlined safety regulations, procedures, and 5-Star policies.

Essential Responsibilities:

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

Position Requirements / Qualifications:

• Must pass State and Company criminal background/drug screens.
• Ability to read and understand recipes and work in a team environment.
• Ability to perform detail work involving math calculations and problem solving.
• Comfortable standing, stopping, squatting, twisting, and moving frequently.

The shift for this position is during the daytime.

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.

Beyond checking off the boxes, we’re looking for someone who shares our deep sense of purpose and passion for advancing the lives of others.

Five Star prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee with regard to or on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, ancestry, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, military status, certain criminal records, genetic information, and other protected categories.

• Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision.
• 401k + Match.
• Competitive PTO.
• Life, Disability & 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.
• Effective time management skills.
• Experience and/or knowledge of special diets and meal preparation for large groups.
• Safe food handling techniques.
• Strong working knowledge of food preparation techniques and cooking methods.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds.