Jobs at The Forest at Duke

The Forest at Duke is a nationally recognized continuing care retirement community located in Durham, North Carolina. Since 1992, The Forest has provided residents with a vibrant, engaging, and supportive place to call home, grounded in a strong commitment to exceptional service, meaningful connections, and quality of life. Our beautiful 47-acre campus serves more than 500 residents and includes independent living residences, assisted living, memory support, skilled nursing, rehabilitation services, and an on-site Duke-affiliated clinic.

Dining is a cornerstone of the resident experience at The Forest. Our culinary program features four distinct à la carte dining venues, ranging from casual to elevated dining experiences, along with a high-volume upscale café concept featuring a gas-fired pizza oven, exhibition/action station cooking, and grill production. Across all venues, our focus is on hospitality, consistency, creativity, and delivering restaurant-quality experiences tailored to a senior living environment.

Our culinary and hospitality team members are part of a mission-driven organization that values collaboration, innovation, respect, and excellence in service. We strive to create memorable dining experiences that foster community, comfort, celebration, and everyday enjoyment for the residents we serve.