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Entry Level Assisted Living Cook Jobs in Washington

Lorien Health Services

Cook

Columbia, MD

$17 - $20/hr

Dietary Cook Lorien Columbia | Columbia, MD Are you passionate about cooking and making a ... Experience in skilled nursing, rehabilitation, long-term care, senior living, assisted living ...

Lorien Health Services

Cook

Columbia, MD

$17 - $20/hr

Overview Dietary Cook Lorien Columbia | Columbia, MD Are you passionate about cooking and making a ... Experience in skilled nursing, rehabilitation, long-term care, senior living, assisted living ...

Lorien Health Services

Cook

Columbia, MD · On-site

$17 - $20/hr

Overview Dietary Cook Lorien Columbia | Columbia, MD Are you passionate about cooking and making a ... Experience in skilled nursing, rehabilitation, long-term care, senior living, assisted living ...

Columbia Meadows Assisted Living

Cook / Chef

Jessup, MD · On-site

$23 - $35/hr

Columbia Meadows Assisted Living, located in Jessup, MD, is looking for a talented and dedicated Cook / Chef to join our team. If you thrive in a warm, supportive environment and enjoy making a ...

Lighthouse Senior Living

Cook

Ellicott City, MD · On-site

$20/hr

Cook - Lighthouse Senior Living at Ellicott City Pay: $20.00 per hour Employment Type: Full-Time Position Summary We are seeking a dependable and caring Cook to join our assisted living community in ...

Morningside House Senior Living

Cook

Laurel, MD · On-site

$14 - $18.75/hr

Cook - Full Time & Part-time We are looking for a Cook to join our team at Morningside House of Laurel, a leading assisted living and memory care community in Laurel, MD. Apply today to become a ...

Morningside House of St. Charles

Cook

Waldorf, MD

$13.25 - $17.75/hr

Morningside Elite Management is a leading assisted living and memory care community in Setauket ... Cook - Position Summary: Provides high quality meals at all times to residents, guests, and staff.

Collington

Line Cook - 2 Positions!!

Bowie, MD

$20 - $22/hr

... assisted living and memory support. Collington's vision is to thrive as a community of people ... The Line Cook is responsible for cooking and preparing high quality menu items from the cycle menu ...

Collington

Line Cook - 2 Positions!!

Bowie, MD

$20 - $22/hr

... assisted living and memory support. Collington's vision is to thrive as a community of people ... The Line Cook is responsible for cooking and preparing high quality menu items from the cycle menu ...

Lorien Health Services

Cook

Ellicott City, MD

$18/hr

This role is ideal for a dependable, energetic cook who is passionate about food preparation ... Proudly recognized as " Best Assisted Living " and " Best Retirement Community " by The Daily ...

Collington

Line Cook - 2 Positions!!

Bowie, MD · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

... assisted living and memory support. Collington's vision is to thrive as a community of people ... The Line Cook is responsible for cooking and preparing high quality menu items from the cycle menu ...

Lorien Health Services

Cook

Ellicott City, MD · On-site

$18/hr

This role is ideal for a dependable, energetic cook who is passionate about food preparation ... Proudly recognized as " Best Assisted Living " and " Best Retirement Community " by The Daily ...

Lorien Health Services

Cook

Ellicott City, MD

$18/hr

This role is ideal for a dependable, energetic cook who is passionate about food preparation ... Proudly recognized as " Best Assisted Living " and " Best Retirement Community " by The Daily ...

Acts Retirement-Life Communities

Line Cook

Adamstown, MD · On-site

$17.51 - $24.94/hr

Overview Enjoy being a cook, but tired of the late hours? We are currently seeking a dedicated and ... assisted living, and skilled nursing. The Acts family proudly consists of 28 communities in 9 ...

Acts Retirement-Life Communities

Line Cook

Adamstown, MD · On-site

$17.51 - $24.94/hr

Overview Enjoy being a cook, but tired of the late hours? We are currently seeking a dedicated and ... assisted living, and skilled nursing. The Acts family proudly consists of 28 communities in 9 ...

Acts Retirement-Life Communities

Line Cook

Adamstown, MD · On-site

$17.51 - $24.94/hr

Overview Enjoy being a cook, but tired of the late hours? We are currently seeking a dedicated and ... assisted living, and skilled nursing. The Acts family proudly consists of 28 communities in 9 ...

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What is the difference between Entry Level Assisted Living Cook vs Dietary Aide?

AspectEntry Level Assisted Living CookDietary Aide
CertificationsFood Handler's Permit, Basic Food SafetyFood Handler's Permit, Basic Food Safety
Work EnvironmentAssisted living facilities, preparing meals for residentsHealthcare settings, assisting with meal service and prep
Employer & Industry UsageSenior care, assisted living communitiesHealthcare, long-term care facilities

Both roles involve food safety certifications and work in healthcare-related environments. The Entry Level Assisted Living Cook typically prepares and cooks meals for residents, while the Dietary Aide assists with meal service and support tasks. The main difference lies in responsibilities, with cooks focusing on meal preparation and aides supporting meal delivery and resident needs.

What qualifications do you need to be an entry level assisted living cook?

Entry level assisted living cooks typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and basic cooking skills. Some facilities may require food safety training or a food handler's permit, and experience working in a kitchen or with elderly residents can be beneficial.

What cities in Washington are hiring for Entry Level Assisted Living Cook jobs?

Cities in Washington with the most Entry Level Assisted Living Cook job openings:

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Cook for Assisted Living Community

Washington, DC • On-site

HallKeen Assisted Living Communities
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$14.25 - $19/hr

Full-time

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Job description

Description

Department: Food Services and Chef

Reports To: Food Service Director

Status: Non-exempt


Job Summary:

Responsible for the preparation and cooking of food in the community. Ensure that all meals are prepared and presented according to HallKeen Assisted Living Communities standards.


Duties and Responsibilities:

The following essential functions are the fundamental job duties of the position to be completed with or without appropriate reasonable accommodation.

  • Provide a high level of customer service and promote a restaurant style dining atmosphere.
  • Work closely with the food service director to keep residents satisfied with food and dining programs.
  • Maintain kitchen and food storage and preparation areas in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition at all times.
  • Responsible for the opening and/or closing of the kitchen.
  • Adhere to cleaning schedules as assigned.
  • Ensures that all food is received, stored, and prepared according to company standards.
  • Estimate daily or weekly needs of food and supplies and communicates needs to food service director.
  • Participate in preparing and cooking meals according to established recipes and approved menus.
  • Document temperatures of food prior to service, refrigeration and freezer temperatures.
  • Keep kitchen floors clean (sweeps and mops) and trash emptied.
  • Assist with the transportation and storage of food and supplies.
  • Adhere to standard food safety practices.
  • Assist with preparation and execution of special events, banquets, and theme meals.
  • May perform other duties as assigned.


Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or general education degree (GED)
  • Minimum of 1-3 years experience as a cook in a hospitality or healthcare environment.
  • Serve Safe Certification
  • Able to read and follow recipes and printed production guides, cleaning schedules, and logs.
  • Must have submitted and completed a Criminal Background check for unlicensed employees in compliance with state regulation.
  • Must provide a medical certification from a licensed healthcare provider confirming that the employee is free from communicable disease including TB in compliance with state regulation at hire and annually thereafter.


Required Behavior:

  • Ability to build positive and strong relationships with employees, coworkers and residents.
  • Focused and dedicated to provide excellent customer service.
  • Ability to handle multiple jobs and priorities.
  • Accept direction from superiors or other experienced staff.
  • Shares job knowledge or resident information with others as needed.
  • Give and welcome feedback.
  • Operate and Maintain kitchen equipment in a clean and sanitary manner.
  • Knowledge of food handling, preparation, cooking and service.


Physical Demands:

  • Physically able to move at least 50 lbs. without assistance.
  • Physically able to bend, reach, and work in small areas.
  • Physically able to push and pull equipment and furnishings.
  • Physically able to stand for long periods of time.


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