Join Our Compassionate Team as a Cook
Location: Centennial Post Acute, Anchorage, AK
Position Type: Full-Time
Wages: $20.27 - $27.25 base pay with a $2.00 weekend differential

Why Work With Us?

At Centennial Post Acute, we believe in the power of compassionate care and the importance of creating a positive work environment for our team members. When you join us, you’ll enjoy the following benefits:

• Competitive Pay: We offer highly competitive wages based on experience, with guaranteed raises each year. Your hard work and expertise are rewarded.

• Free Health Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance coverage is provided at no cost for full-time employees—ensuring you and your family are taken care of.

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO): Enjoy ample paid time off to recharge and care for yourself and your loved ones. As you grow with us, our PTO policy increases with your tenure.

• Inclusive and Supportive Work Environment: Work in a collaborative and team-oriented atmosphere where everyone’s voice is heard, and teamwork is the foundation of our success.

• Professional Development: We believe in helping you grow! Access ongoing training, educational opportunities, and support for career advancement.

• Flexible Scheduling: We understand the importance of work-life balance.

• Team Oriented Culture: Join a compassionate and experienced team that’s dedicated to providing the best care for our residents.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Maintain a safe, orderly, clean, and sanitary kitchen and cooking area.

• Prepare tasteful, well-balanced meals and cook a variety of foods in large quantities.

• Follow prepared menus and portion control guidelines accurately.

• Prepare special diets, including pureed foods, as required.

• Record food temperatures during meal preparation and service.

• Maintain proper sanitizer levels (quaternary solution) in sanitizer buckets.

• Assist with meal service and distribution to residents.

• Clean cooking areas, equipment, and serving carts after use.

• Ensure all cleaning schedules are consistently followed.

• Present food in an attractive and appealing manner to residents.

• Work cooperatively and harmoniously with staff across all departments.

• Supervise dietary staff when required and work effectively under supervision.

What We're Looking For:

• Experience as a cook in a hospital or long-term care facility for one year preferred.  

•  Ability to read technical procedures.

• Ability to read and follow recipes. 

• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees.

• Must obtain and maintain ServSafe Certificate. 

Centennial Post Acute is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel respected, valued, and supported.