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Hillcrest Health Services

Chef

Papillion, NE · On-site

... in quality, and want your work to make a difference, we invite you to apply for the Chef - Hillcrest Grand Lodge role. Join Hillcrest Health & Living and help us continue inspiring people to live ...

Lost Rail Golf Club

SOUS CHEF

Fremont, NE · On-site

$50K - $60K/yr

A premier private, golf-exclusive club set on a striking 150-acre property west of Omaha. Designed ... Promote, work, and act in a manner consistent with the values of LGM * Ensure all LGM policies ...

Magnolia Omaha

Chef Executive Sous

Omaha, NE · On-site

$55K - $62K/yr

Overview The Executive Sous Chef at Magnolia Omaha is responsible for assisting in the management ... Oversee and coordinate food preparation for private dining and special events within the 20th Hole ...

Magnolia Omaha

Chef Executive Sous

Omaha, NE · On-site

$62K - $79K/yr

Overview The Executive Sous Chef at Magnolia Omaha is responsible for assisting in the management ... Oversee and coordinate food preparation for private dining and special events within the 20th Hole ...

Compass Group

SOUS CHEF

Bellevue, NE · On-site

$23/hr

The Eurest Promise, "connect with people, inspire through food, create solutions, and live our ... Stores food in designated areas following all corporate, state and federal food safety and ...

Compass Group

SOUS CHEF

Gretna, NE · On-site

$27.50/hr

Requirement : An associate's degree in Culinary arts or at least 10 years of professional food ... The Eurest Promise, "connect with people, inspire through food, create solutions, and live our ...

Fleming's Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar

Sous Chef

Omaha, NE · On-site

$45K - $60K/yr

... we Live, Breathe and Dream Steak & Wine! The soul of our brand is rooted in our Principles ... As a successful Sous Chef, you will be the key to fulfilling our promise to make every guest visit ...

Fleming's

Sous Chef

Omaha, NE · On-site

$45K - $60K/yr

... we Live, Breathe and Dream Steak & Wine! The soul of our brand is rooted in our Principles ... As a successful Sous Chef, you will be the key to fulfilling our promise to make every guest visit ...

Eurest

SOUS CHEF (FULL TIME)

Gretna, NE · On-site

$27.50/hr

Requirement : An associate's degree in Culinary arts or at least 10 years of professional food ... The Eurest Promise, "connect with people, inspire through food, create solutions, and live our ...

Eurest

SOUS CHEF (FULL TIME)

Bellevue, NE · On-site

$23/hr

The Eurest Promise, "connect with people, inspire through food, create solutions, and live our ... Stores food in designated areas following all corporate, state and federal food safety and ...

Compass Group

SOUS CHEF (FULL TIME)

Bellevue, NE

$23/hr

The Eurest Promise, "connect with people, inspire through food, create solutions, and live our ... Stores food in designated areas following all corporate, state and federal food safety and ...

Compass Group

SOUS CHEF (FULL TIME)

Gretna, NE · On-site

$27.50/hr

Requirement : An associate's degree in Culinary arts or at least 10 years of professional food ... The Eurest Promise, "connect with people, inspire through food, create solutions, and live our ...

Compass Group

SOUS CHEF (FULL TIME)

Bellevue, NE · On-site

$23/hr

The Eurest Promise, "connect with people, inspire through food, create solutions, and live our ... Stores food in designated areas following all corporate, state and federal food safety and ...

Compass Group

SOUS CHEF (FULL TIME)

Gretna, NE · On-site

$27.50/hr

Requirement : An associate's degree in Culinary arts or at least 10 years of professional food ... The Eurest Promise, "connect with people, inspire through food, create solutions, and live our ...

Koch Industries

Instrumentation Technician Intern

Beatrice, NE · On-site

$16.25 - $21/hr

... Koch, we believe that everyone should be an entrepreneur, no matter what role they are in. As an ... Our Benefits Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy ...

Koch Industries

Machinist

Lincoln, NE · On-site

$19 - $26/hr

Your Job Molex in Lincoln, Nebraska is adding Machinists to their team! As a Machinist Technician ... Hiring Philosophy All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes ...

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Chef

Papillion, NE • On-site

Hillcrest Health Services
Health Care and Social Assistance • 1 - 5K employees
Learn more about Hillcrest Health Servicesexternal

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Re-posted 25 days ago

Job description

Chef - Hillcrest Grand Lodge
Location: 6021 Grand Lodge Ave Papillion, NE 68133
Service Line: Hillcrest Grand Lodge
Schedule: Full-Time
Hillcrest Health & Living is looking for a dependable, experienced, and service-minded Chef to join our culinary team at Hillcrest Grand Lodge.
Hillcrest Grand Lodge is a senior living community built around comfort, connection, hospitality, and meaningful daily experiences. Our culinary team plays an important role in creating meals that are not only nutritious and well-prepared, but also part of a welcoming dining experience residents look forward to each day.
At Hillcrest, our mission is simple: Inspiring people to live their best lives. As a Chef, you will help bring that mission to life by preparing quality meals, supporting a clean and safe kitchen, and creating a positive dining experience for residents, guests, and team members.
What You'll Do
As a Chef, you will prepare hot and cold food items while following recipes, presentation standards, sanitation expectations, and food safety guidelines.
You will:
  • Prepare and plate food according to proper presentation, portion, and plating standards.
  • Prepare hot and cold food items for assigned meal service areas.
  • Set up hot and cold lines for meal service.
  • Complete daily food production lists accurately and timely.
  • Prepare food for dining venues, resident households, and special service needs.
  • Ensure food is served timely, accurately, and with strong attention to quality.
  • Put food deliveries away and support proper storage practices.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
  • Follow infection-control, sanitation, food safety, and kitchen safety standards.
  • Complete deep cleaning of kitchen equipment and assigned areas.
  • Support deli tray deliveries and other culinary service needs as assigned.
  • Work closely with culinary team members, dining services, residents, guests, and leadership to support a positive dining experience.

What We're Looking For
We are looking for someone who takes pride in preparing quality food and understands the importance of hospitality in senior living.
The right candidate will be dependable, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced kitchen environment while maintaining strong attention to detail, sanitation, presentation, and service.
Ideal candidates will have:
  • At least two years of hotel, restaurant line cooking, senior living, healthcare, or similar culinary experience preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of food preparation, kitchen safety, sanitation, and infection-control practices.
  • Ability to follow recipes, production lists, menus, portion standards, and plating expectations.
  • Strong attention to detail with food quality, presentation, and timing.
  • Ability to work independently while supporting the broader culinary team.
  • A flexible, team-first attitude and willingness to assist where needed.
  • A calm, professional, and service-focused approach in a fast-paced environment.
  • Comfort using kitchen equipment, technology, and culinary resources efficiently and effectively.

Education & Credentials
  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • Previous culinary, restaurant, hotel, senior living, healthcare, or food service experience preferred.
  • Completion of required training and sanitation courses as assigned.

Why Hillcrest?
At Hillcrest Grand Lodge, dining is about more than food. It is part of the resident experience and helps create comfort, connection, and a sense of home.
As a Chef, your work helps residents enjoy meals that are prepared with care, served with pride, and delivered in a welcoming environment.
What Hillcrest Offers
  • Multiple health insurance plan options.
  • Vision, dental, and life insurance.
  • Attendance PTO opportunities.
  • Professional development support, including tuition reimbursement, certifications, and career-growth programs.
  • Dayforce Wallet, allowing you to choose when you get paid.
  • Gym membership reimbursement and partner discounts.
  • Opportunities to grow within a mission-driven senior care organization.

Physical & Other Requirements
  • Must be able to speak, read, and write English.
  • Must be able to independently lift up to 35 pounds.
  • Must be able to perform repetitive sitting, bending, standing, walking, reaching, and movement as needed.
  • Must be flexible, calm, and professional in stressful or changing situations.
  • Must be able to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment with strong attention to detail.
  • Must be able to utilize technology, kitchen equipment, and culinary resources efficiently and effectively.
  • Must be able to follow sanitation, infection-control, and food safety expectations.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Ready to Serve Up Something Meaningful?
If you enjoy cooking, take pride in quality, and want your work to make a difference, we invite you to apply for the Chef - Hillcrest Grand Lodge role.
Join Hillcrest Health & Living and help us continue inspiring people to live their best lives through great food, meaningful service, and genuine hospitality.

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