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CookNow Hiring – Starting at $23.00 per Hour!Create exceptional dining experiences at Quail Park CommunitiesDo you love preparing delicious meals that bring people together? Are you passionate about cooking with purpose and making someone's day a little brighter? Join the culinary team at Quail Park Communities, where every meal is an opportunity to create memorable experiences for our residents.Our three beautiful communities in Visalia, California, provide Independent Living, Assisted Living, Enhanced Assisted Living, and Memory Care. We are looking for a talented, dependable, and customer-focused Cook who takes pride in preparing fresh, high-quality meals while helping create an outstanding dining experience for the seniors we proudly serve.Why You'll Love Working at Quail ParkStarting Pay: $23.00 per hourFull-Time or Part-Time opportunities availableBeautiful, upscale senior living communitiesSupportive leadership and collaborative culinary teamOpportunities for advancement and professional growthOngoing training and developmentComprehensive benefits for eligible team membersMeaningful work where your cooking truly makes a differenceWhat You'll DoAs a Cook, you'll play a key role in delivering exceptional meals while maintaining the highest standards of food quality, safety, and presentation.Your responsibilities include:Preparing delicious, nutritious meals following recipes and Signature Dining standardsFollowing production sheets to ensure meals are prepared efficiently and accuratelyCooking food to proper temperatures while maintaining freshness and presentationEnsuring all meals are served with consistency, quality, and attention to detailPracticing safe food handling and maintaining excellent sanitation standardsProperly storing, labeling, dating, and rotating food productsCompleting meal production records accuratelyCleaning and sanitizing kitchen equipment, workstations, and food preparation areasAssisting with deep cleaning projects and maintaining a clean, organized kitchenSupporting fellow culinary team members to ensure exceptional service every dayServing as a shift leader for the kitchen when needed in the absence of the Director of Signature Dining or Sous ChefWe're Looking For Someone WhoLoves cooking and takes pride in preparing high-quality mealsEnjoys creating positive experiences through foodHas strong attention to detail and food safety practicesThrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environmentValues hospitality and exceptional customer serviceEnjoys serving older adults with compassion and respectQualificationsPreferred:At least one year of food service experiencePrevious experience in restaurants, hotels, country clubs, healthcare, or senior living communitiesRequired:Strong customer service skills and commitment to excellenceAbility to read recipes, production sheets, and communicate effectively in EnglishCurrent Food Handler Certification (or ability to obtain)Current CPR & First Aid Certification (or ability to obtain)Annual continuing education as requiredAbility to perform essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodationEmployment is contingent upon successfully completing:Pre-employment physicalDrug screeningTB testingCriminal background clearanceWhy Our Culinary Team Loves Working HereAt Quail Park, dining is more than serving meals—it's about creating moments of comfort, celebration, and connection. Whether preparing a resident's favorite entrée or helping celebrate a birthday, your work has a meaningful impact every single day.You'll join a team that values creativity, teamwork, quality, and genuine hospitality.BenefitsEligible team members enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including:Medical, Dental & Vision InsurancePaid Time Off401(k) Retirement PlanEmployee Assistance ProgramProfessional Development OpportunitiesEmployee Recognition ProgramsAnd more!Join Our Culinary TeamIf you're looking for a rewarding culinary career where your passion for food makes a difference in people's lives, we'd love to meet you.Starting Pay: $23.00 per hourCome cook with purpose at Quail Park Communities—where every meal is served with heart.Equal Employment OpportunityLC Tenant, LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone belongs. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, medical condition, or any other status protected by applicable law.In California, we comply with the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities or medical needs.