Cook (PT/FT)

About the role

At Columbia Place Assisted Living, our kitchen is the heart of the community. We’re looking for a Cook who takes pride in creating delicious, comforting meals that bring joy to our residents every day. This role involves preparing flavorful, well-balanced meals in a clean, safe, and organized kitchen while working collaboratively with dietary, care, and leadership teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare flavorful, well-balanced meals for residents following established menus and portion guidelines
• Cook a variety of foods in large quantities while ensuring attractiveness and appeal
• Accurately prepare therapeutic diets and texture-modified meals
• Record meal and food temperatures to meet safety standards
• Maintain sanitizer buckets and follow all cleaning and sanitation schedules
• Assist with meal service and keep serving carts clean and organized
• Properly clean and maintain commercial kitchen equipment
• Help orient and train new dietary staff
• Communicate resident concerns or observations to leadership
• Follow all federal, state, and company policies and procedures

Requirements

• Positive, team-oriented attitude with the ability to both lead and take direction
• Attention to detail, especially with special diets and food safety
• Pride in keeping a clean, organized kitchen
• Genuine desire to make meals enjoyable and meaningful for seniors

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing and walking
• Lifting up to 50 lbs
• Reaching, pushing, pulling, bending, and occasionally kneeling
• Frequent use of vision, taste, and smell for cooking and food prep

Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Why Work With Us

• Your work directly impacts residents’ daily happiness and quality of life
• Supportive leadership and a team-first culture
• A stable, mission-driven environment
• A chance to cook with heart — not just speed