Chef- FT 630-3p & 11-730pm

Hillcrest Health • Gretna, NE

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Hillcrest Health & Living is looking for a skilled and dependable Chef to join our culinary team at Hillcrest Grand Lodge in Papillion, NE. Hillcrest Grand Lodge is part of the beautiful Hillcrest Country Estates campus, a scenic 44-acre senior living community designed to support every stage of aging. The Grand Lodge offers resort-style senior living with independent living, assisted living, memory care, wellness amenities, social spaces, and multiple dining venues that create a warm, active, and hospitality-focused environment for residents. At Hillcrest, our mission is simple: We enhance the lives of aging adults. We are looking for someone who takes pride in preparing high-quality meals, supporting a clean and organized kitchen, and helping create a positive dining experience for residents, families, guests, and team members.

Requirements

• At least two years of hotel or restaurant line cooking experience preferred.
• Experience preparing hot and cold food items in a high-volume or service-focused kitchen preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow recipes, production lists, and plating standards.
• Commitment to sanitation, infection control, and food safety practices.
• Ability to work quickly and accurately while maintaining quality.
• A positive, team-focused attitude.
• Flexibility and professionalism when working with residents, families, guests, and team members.
• Comfort using technology and resources efficiently and effectively.
• 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, and movement as needed.
• Must be flexible, calm, and professional in stressful situations.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail.
• Must be able to utilize technology and resources efficiently and effectively.
• Must maintain a neat, clean, safe, and accident-free work environment.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare hot and cold food items according to recipes, standards, and customer expectations.
• Plate all food according to proper presentation, portion, and plating standards.
• Complete daily food production lists.
• Set up hot and cold lines for meal service.
• Prepare food for all food venues, including Bistro, Nottingham’s, Keswick’s, and Memory Support households.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area while following infection control and sanitation standards.
• Put food deliveries away and help maintain proper storage practices.
• Complete deep cleaning of kitchen equipment as assigned.
• Ensure food is served timely and accurately for all venues.
• Assist with deli tray deliveries.
• Complete required training and sanitation courses.
• Maintain positive and professional relationships with residents, guests, customers, and team members.

Benefits

• Hillcrest Grand Lodge offers a hospitality-focused senior living environment where dining is an important part of daily life. Residents enjoy access to multiple dining venues, social spaces, and wellness-centered amenities that help make the community feel vibrant, comfortable, and connected. As a Chef, your work will directly impact the resident experience every day. From preparing meals for daily dining to supporting special requests and food venues throughout the community, you will help create moments of comfort, connection, and quality service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED