Cook

Job Description

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At Brookdale, we believe work should be meaningful, rewarding, and full of heart. Our team creates a home where seniors feel supported, valued, and connected — and we support our associates with that same level of care.

• A welcoming, home-like atmosphere for residents and team members
• A culture of kindness, belonging, and hospitality
• Engaging activities and events that make every day meaningful
• Strong national leadership as an industry leader in senior living
• Opportunities to grow with over 675 communities nationwide

Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 & 2025 as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity.

Availability for One Full Time Cook:
Saturday thru Wednesday 6am to 2pm.

Whether you’re just starting in senior care or already experienced, we offer career pathways to advance into:

• Leadership roles and ongoing career development opportunities

Part-Time & Full-Time Associates May Receive

• Medical, Dental & Vision
• 401(k)
• Employee & referral bonuses
• Employee discounts
• Early wage access (outside CA)
• Associate assistance programs
• Optional protection benefits (pet insurance, , etc.)

Full-Time Associates Also Receive

• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Company-paid life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Short- and long-term disability
• Flexible spending accounts / HSA
• Optional life and dependent life coverage
• Critical illness, accident, and legal plan options
• Adoption benefits

We also proudly support veterans, military spouses, and offer immigration naturalization support for eligible associates.

• Ensures proper preparation, portioning and serving of food according to standardized recipes and menus. You will use your prior experience with cutting tools, cookware and bakeware, combined with your knowledge of cooking procedures and methods of grilling, baking and boiling as a critical part of your role.
• Adheres to all sanitation and food safety standards. Maintains a clean kitchen.
• Prepares food in a timely manner at specified meal times.

• Gracious hospitality and neighborliness for our residents and families.
• Home-like feel and all-around comfort for residents and visiting family members.
• Entertaining events and gatherings so our residents can find connections in groups and 1:1 settings.
• Industry leader in clinical care.
• Nationwide company with over 675 communities, offering many opportunities to grow and learn as a sales professional.
• Extensive corporate support including a robust training program.

Brookdale is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace.