Cook

The Sisters of Mercy of the Americas; Auburn (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sisters of Mercy of the Americas in Auburn, CA seek a Cook to prepare nutritious meals for residents and guests. This non-exempt, on-site role requires a compassionate kitchen professional with at least one year of cooking experience and a valid California Food Handler Card.

You will work with a team to follow menus, maintain safety standards, and support events and catering as needed, including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• At least one year of professional cooking experience in a restaurant, healthcare, assisted living, or similar food service setting.
• Valid California Food Handler Card is required.
• Experience preparing meals from standardized recipes.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to providing respectful, compassionate service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare breakfast, lunch, and dinner according to menus, recipes, and dietary needs.
• Ensure meals are nutritious, appealing, and served safely.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen.
• Assist with inventory, food storage, and kitchen organization.
• Support special events, retreats, and catering as needed.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and infection control standards.
• Provide friendly, respectful service to Sisters, guests, and coworkers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Organizational skills

Flexibility

Compassionate service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Location: Auburn, CA
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Salary Range: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour
Telecommute: Not Eligible

Welcome to Mercy, where the mission meets you!

Are you a Cook with a heart for service and a passion for preparing nutritious, high-quality meals? Join the Sisters of Mercy, and be part of something extraordinary—caring for those who have spent their lives caring for others.

Why You’ll Love It Here:

Make a meaningful impact through mission-driven hospitality.

Create welcoming dining experiences for the Sisters you serve.

Prepare nutritious, appealing meals that support well-being.

Support special events, retreats, and catering.

Work in an environment grounded in compassion, dignity, and respect.

What You’ll Do:

Prepare breakfast, lunch, and dinner according to menus, recipes, and dietary needs.

Ensure meals are nutritious, appealing, and served safely.

Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen.

Assist with inventory, food storage, and kitchen organization.

Support special events, retreats, and catering as needed.

Follow food safety, sanitation, and infection control standards.

Provide friendly, respectful service to Sisters, guests, and coworkers.

Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Bring:

High school diploma or GED.

At least one year of professional cooking experience in a restaurant, healthcare, assisted living, or similar food service setting.

Valid California Food Handler Card.

Experience preparing meals from standardized recipes.

Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Strong teamwork, communication, and organizational skills.

Commitment to providing respectful, compassionate service.

More Than a Role—It’s a Ministry of Care

At the Sisters of Mercy, our mission is rooted in compassion, dignity, and social justice. When you cook for our retired Sisters, you become part of a legacy of mercy and service.

Ready to Bring Your Whole Heart to Work?

If you’re looking for more than just a job—and want to make every shift meaningful— Let your compassion shine with the Sisters of Mercy. #SMA123