Assisted Living Cook

Assisted Living Cook – Bickford Senior Living

Join our dynamic team as a Cook supporting the Kitchen Manager and preparing meals to serve residents in our restaurant‑style dining experience called the “Bread Basket.”

• Full‑time employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and voluntary product benefits.
• Part‑time employees (29 hours or fewer per week) are eligible for voluntary life and short‑term disability benefits.
• All employees are eligible for a 401(k) with employer match.
• Prescription savings plans are available.
• Pay available daily for eligible staff.
• Benefits impermeance the first day of the month following 30 days of employment.

• Prepare meals following Bickford’s menus, processes, and expectations.
• Serve food timely, at the correct temperatures, and appropriately plated.
• Ensure Bickford’s process is followed during meal service.
• Interact with residents in the Dining Room during meals to enhance their dining experience.
• Wash dishes, pots, and jääns according to Bickford’s dishwashing procedure.
• Follow the Kitchen Daily Task Guide.
• Utilize residents’ Meal Order Information form to track all resident physician‑ordered diets, allergies, and preferences.
• Maintain food service records in accordance with regulatory requirements and Bickford’s policies.
• Store food in accordance with regulatory requirements and Bickford’s policies.
• Complete assigned tasks from the Kitchen Rotational Cleaning Schedule.
• Maintain kitchen and dining room cleanliness to meet regulatory requirements and Bickford’s expectations.
• Ensure Bistro/Beverage Bar is stocked with appropriate refreshments.
• Coordinate with Kitchen Manager to ensure appropriate food/refreshments for tours and events.

• Exhibits ‘learner’s mindset.’
• Ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Possess written and verbal skills for effective communication.
• Competent in organizational and time‑management skills.
• Demonstrates good judgment, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.

Founded in 1991 in Olathe, Kansas, Bickford Senior Living is a community of caregivers dedicated to enriching the lives of residents. With more than 50 locations across seven states, we pride ourselves on a family‑like environment that provides high‑quality care with a personal touch.

We believe in making a difference every day, igniting potential through best‑in‑class leadership development, and supporting our team members with programs, rewards, and benefits to help them achieve their career goals. This is more than a kitchen job—it’s a chance to be part of a uniquely supportive community that values compassion, teamwork, and growth.