Part-Time Cook

Part-time position with no late nights—our friendly residents prefer early dining, allowing you to enjoy a satisfying work/life balance. A certified Great Place To Work (voted by associates) for 7 consecutive years.

About the role

Join our culinary team as a Cook and make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents by preparing nourishing meals from scratch using fresh ingredients. You’ll contribute to Legend’s Gold Leaf Dining experience, known for its high standards in atmosphere and food quality.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on assistance with residents' dietary needs and fulfill special meal requests
• Prepare meals according to the menu plan and assist with meal service
• Maintain cleanliness in production and service areas
• Inspect work, storage, preparation, and service areas to meet food service standards and regulations
• Follow safe work procedures, including injury prevention, food safety, and infection control
• Properly label and date all food in refrigerators, freezers, and dry storage

Bonus opportunities

• Employee referrals
• Employee of the month/year awards
• Resident tour (move-in) participation

Benefits

• Avibra suite of non-medical benefits, perks, and rewards
• Discretionary Scholarship program
• Annual performance evaluations with raises
• Work friend trainer and employee assistance program
• Crisis care assistance and paid-time-off donations
• Continuing education opportunities
• Appreciation and sympathy gifts
• Family member discount

Work environment

Our focus is on maximizing the potential of every life we touch by creating an elegant community where residents experience the highest standards of service, environment, and care. This includes Holistic Wellness, Gold Leaf Dining standards, and vibrant Life Enrichment activities.

Requirements

• Minimum of one year of experience in a commercial restaurant
• Ability to provide high-level culinary service and professional interaction with residents and associates
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment while staying organized, flexible, and self-motivated

Associate growth opportunities

In addition to competitive pay, hundreds of associates are promoted each year. We conduct annual performance evaluations with raises.

Company snapshot

Legend has been a family-owned business for 30 years and continues to expand, adding multiple properties each year. Awards include Great Place To Work, Best of Senior Living Award, and recognition for Innovative Programming in Senior Living.

Legend Senior Living is a drug-free workplace, and drug screening may be conducted at the company’s discretion. This position may require working evenings and weekends as needed.