Cook
Listed on 2026-02-07
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Restaurant/Food Service
Food & Beverage, Catering, Server/Wait Staff, Cook & Chef
Overview
Do you love bringing people together through great food? Edencrest at Pleasant Hill is looking for a passionate and dependable Cook to help prepare delicious, nutritious meals for our skilled nursing facility. If you're a team player with a heart for hospitality and a knack for the kitchen, we want YOU on our team!
At Edencrest at Pleasant Hill, we're all about making lives better--whether it's for our residents, clients, or the incredible people who work with us (that's you!). We believe in the power of hospitality, stewardship, integrity, respect, and humor, and we bring those values to life every single day.
Now, let's talk about YOU and why you'll love this role:
What You'll Do- Cook with Care & Creativity:
Prepare and serve meals according to planned menus and dietary guidelines. Ensure meals are tasty, properly portioned, and attractively presented. Follow recipes, food safety standards, and community guidelines to a T. - Keep the Kitchen Running Smoothly:
Assist with food prep, baking, and special meals as needed. Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen, storage, and serving areas. Monitor food inventory and report supply needs to the Dining Services Director. - Create a Welcoming
Experience:
Interact with residents warmly and respectfully during meal service. Be flexible and accommodating with resident food preferences or special requests. Help with set-up and clean-up for special events, holidays, and themed meals.
- Experience &
Skills:
Previous cooking experience required; senior living or healthcare setting a plus. Familiarity with food safety regulations and dietary needs (e.g. diabetic, low-sodium). Ability to work independently and as part of a fast-paced kitchen team. - Physical Requirements:
Ability to stand for long periods, bend, reach, lift, and carry throughout your shift. Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds and work in a warm kitchen environment. - Certifications:
Food handler certification required (or willingness to obtain upon hire). Serv Safe certification a plus!
- Competitive hourly pay
- Paid time off & flexible scheduling options
- Health, dental & vision insurance for qualifying team members
- Ongoing training & career growth opportunities
- A supportive, mission-driven team that values your impact every day
Take the first step by submitting your application.
If we think you're a great fit, a recruiter will reach out within 24-48 hours to chat!
Let's connect! You'll have an onsite interview with the hiring team
Depending on the role, you'll demonstrate your skills through some fun, job-related challenges.
If we re all impressed, we'll invite you for a final interview with the team you'll be working with--either on-site at one of our communities or at our corporate office.
After the final interview, we'll share feedback and, if we're a perfect match, extend a job offer!
Full-time AM/PM: 11:00am - 7:00pm*
* Every other weekend and every other holiday rotation required with Full-time and Part-time positions.
Edencrest at Pleasant Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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