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 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. 

Why Centennial Post Acute?

At Centennial Post Acute, you’ll be joining a team that’s committed to providing exceptional care and empowering our staff to grow both personally and professionally. We believe in creating a positive, inclusive culture where everyone’s contribution matters. If you’re looking for a place where you can grow your career, build meaningful connections, and be part of a supportive team, look no further.

Centennial Post Acute is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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

Ready to make a real difference? Apply today and join us at Centennial Post Acute to help create a caring, compassionate environment for our residents.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.