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A community, not a facility. As thought leaders in the industry, we take a positive,holistic approach to senior care and encourage independence, as people are happiest when they can make their own choices. We provide opportunities for physical activity, social engagement, intellectual stimulation, spiritual involvement, and fun. We treat our residents and our team members like family. This opportunity will allow you to positively impact the quality of life for over 700 seniors and their families.

Areyou passionate about food? Looking forthe next step in your culinary career? Up for a change of pace and fun work environment? If so, maybe this is an opportunity for you. We are looking for the right person to work with ourculinarians to implement the food and beverage program for our residents. We specialize in assisted living and memory care. Highgate Senior Living's mission is to devote ourselves to help each resident live a life of purpose and each of us plays a crucial role in doingso.

We operate communities in the western US and are seeking the right Cook tojoin our team. Come help us create an environment that promotes a sense of well-being and the feeling of true community in a gracious, homelike setting. This position isfulltime and is responsible to help provide a culinary experience for our residents that engages all five senses in the most pleasant ways to nourish both the body and the soul.

The successful candidate will be motivated by service, an organized anddetail-oriented individual with a positive and self-motivated attitude. Youmust have good communication skills and be willing to work hard. This can be a great opportunity for those individuals that have a passion for food creation and are looking for a new industry withan exciting career path. If you aretired of long nights, spending all weekend at work, and a high stress work environment, this may be just the change you need.

Our industry needs heart driven, committed professionals that enjoy working inservice to others while sharpening their skills and knowledge necessary for along term, deeply satisfying profession.

This is a great opportunity to train for the next step in your culinary career, as you’ll work side by side the chef and learn new things in a positive environment. We support internal promotions for our team members. We also evaluate a person’s unique skill sets and recognize different levels of professional experience when considering candidates for the role.

• Confidence to engage with seniors, individually and in groups, with different physical and cognitive ability levels
• Culinary skills that demonstrate innovation, creativity, and thoughtfulness
• Solid safety awareness in work habitsand the ability to promote a safe work environment in the kitchen
• Awareness of food safety, infection control, and cleanliness standards
• Skilled in varied cooking technique sand the desire to teach and train others these skills
• Team player with ability to develop strong working relationships along with customer service focus
• Ability to adapt/respond quickly tothe needs and preferences of our residents
• An understanding or the willingness togain an understanding of the various forms of dementia and how to help residents with dementia still live with purpose

• Experiences where you have been involved in the production and delivery of a culinary program
• Past culinary roles where you havebeen asked to deliver highest quality service
• Culinary opportunities you had that include serving seniors or other vulnerable populations
• Previous culinary service-based positions in healthcare, hospitality, or hotels
• Prior volunteer work or other work with vulnerable groups of people
• Internships and special programs or assignments that have honed your culinary skill set

• At least 21 years of age
• A combination of education and experience in the culinary arts
• Knowledgeable in, or can quickly learn,various regulatory standards for the kitchen
• Willingness to learn how to work in ahealthcare/assisted living environment
• Ability to pass criminal record/background check
• Must be able to work well independently with little oversight

As an organization we offer our team members agood benefits package, the ability to be heard, have their opinions count andthe opportunity to innovate. Our compensation package will be flexible for this role based on the credentialing,tenure and skill sets each candidate brings for consideration. The starting hourly wage range for this position is $19.00 to $23.00 per hour. Apassion for your work and a commitment to serving others are essential job qualifications.

This is an opportunity to work in a booming industry that is constantly evolving and is making apositive impact for seniors every day. We are a healthcare company and being vaccinated against COVID-19 is preferred. If you want to learn more about this opportunity, please reach out to connect with us.