Cook

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 timesBrookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.#ZR-CTVoted by Newsweek in 2024 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for DiversityNo late nights!Early Access to Paycheck with Earned Wage Access is available for Hourly Associates (outside of CA)Grow your career with Brookdale! Our Cooks have the option to explore exciting opportunities for advancement in positions such as Lead Cooks, Sous Chefs and Managers of Dining Services.Make Lives Better Including Your Own.If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us! Youll earn more than a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through professional development, as well as ongoing programs catered to your overall health and wellness.Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by employment status.

Additional benefits offered include, but are not limited to:ServSafe Certification Preferred

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* Weekends Only - 12 Hour and 6 Hour ShiftsPrefer Culinary and Management Experience in an Assisted/Skilled Living EnvironmentTuition ReimbursementFull and Part Time BenefitsPet Insurance Plans401(K) Retirement Savings PlanBenefit Plan PackageVariety of Associate Discounts on Major Brands and ProductsWe Take Fun SeriouslyCasual Day on FridaysLots of community events, celebrations - Food and FellowshipMonthly Staff Meetings with Door Prizes and RefreshmentsEmployee of the Month Contest - $$$ and Paid Day OffOn the Job In-service Trainings and CertificationsFull and Part Time BenefitsMonthly Calendar Celebrations for AssociatesFree MealsVeterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply.To support our associates in their journey to become a U.S.

citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.