--- title: Cook at Senior Housing Options in Parachute, CO description: Senior Housing Options is hiring for the Cook role in Parachute, CO. Pays $18.5 per hour. Full-time role. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/cook-at-senior-housing-options-01a0b3c1-9e0e-7916-8d93-99f393c86de4 date: 2026-09-27T23:41:26Z og_description: Join Senior Housing Options as Cook in Parachute, CO. Pays $18.5 per hour. Full-time role. Requires 2+ years of experience. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/gs2nap.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | Senior Housing Options | | **Location** | Parachute, CO | | **Salary** | $18.5/hr | | **Type** | Full Time, Part Time, Per Diem | | **Posted** | Sep 25, 2026 | ## Description **Position Title: PT Cook** **Classification: Nonexempt** **Reports To: Dietary Manager** **Summary/Objective:** The PRN Cook will support coverage operations within the dietary department for our Assisted Living facilities. Role and responsibilities: To prepare and serve appealing, appetizing and nourishing food to residents while maintaining a safe and sanitary dining experience in compliance with Assisted Living regulations and SHO policies. Essential Functions: · Prepares and cooks meals in accordance with the dietary menu, and documents any required substitutions · Prepare and serve meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance · May prepare alternate menu selections for residents who require special accommodations · May assist in the preparation, set-up and cleaning for all meals and snacks including special meals, meetings and parties · Clear dining room, wash and put away dishes and cookware following each meal and snack · Complete daily and periodic cleaning duties per schedule ensuring the kitchen is clean in accordance with regulations and SHO policies · As feasible fulfill resident requests for special food/snacks during and between meals · Serve food to residents in accordance with portion control procedures · Assists in inventory, receiving and storage food supplies · Consistently acts to promote teamwork in providing the best possible dietary service to our residents with a focus on health and wellness · May provide on the job training and orientation programs for new dietary employees · Always follows dietary policies and procedures · All staff in food services must be trained in the following within 30 days: § Safe Food Preparation and Storage § Food and Culture § Promoting Successful Nutrition § Proper Handwashing · Promotes a safe working environment by inspecting all equipment before use · Reports any accident/incident or hazards for employees or residents that occur in the kitchen or dining, no matter how insignificant · Follow established infection control and universal precaution policies and procedures, as needed · Adhere to all resident rights, including, privacy, confidentiality, and treating residents with dignity and respect at all times · Perform other duties as assigned **Work Environment:** · May be exposed to heat/cold temperatures in kitchen/storage area · May be required to lift, push, pull and move equipment, supplies in excess of fifty pounds. · Standing for long periods, sitting and walking intermittently · Subject to falls, burns, odors, throughout the work day and the risk of injury from physical requirements of the job · Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions including HIV and Hepatitis B viruses **Competencies:** · Commitment to fulfilling the mission of Senior Housing Options, Inc. to provide safe, comfortable housing for seniors and people with disabilities · Maintain a professional demeanor and respond with urgency · Understanding of discretion needed in handling confidential information · Self-directed, accountable for results and proactive; independent problem solver · Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing, including the ability to provide non- technical assistance in a simple, straightforward manner · Demonstrate sensitivity to the concerns of residents and a commitment to dealing fairly with all · Friendly, professional demeanor, positive disposition, tactful, patience and high ethical character even while dealing with difficult or upset residents · Strong organizational and interpersonal skills; attention to detail · Driving is not permitted nor required of this position · Medication administration to residents is strictly prohibited **Education and Experience:** · High school diploma or equivalent required; culinary training preferred · 2-3 years prior working experience in a kitchen environment required · Prior working experience cooking and serving meals to an elderly and/or disabled population preferred · Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language fluently, and communicate verbally and in writing at a professional level **Expected Hours of Work:** This role may be full-time, part-time or on-call. Shifts are available 24 hours a day, seven (7) days per week. May be called during off hours to respond to emergency or unusual situations. ## Skills - Health and Wellness - Cleaning - Cooking - On-the-Job Training - Quality Inspection - Discretion - English Language - Teamwork - Problem Solving - Assisted Living - Interpersonal Skills - Confidentiality - Self-Directed Learning - Medication Administration - Infection Control - Attention to Detail - Portion Control - Writing - Put-Away ## How to Apply [Apply for this position](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/cook-at-senior-housing-options-01a0b3c1-9e0e-7916-8d93-99f393c86de4?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Related - [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown)