Cook

Chateau at Bothell Landing; Bothell (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Chateau Retirement is hiring a skilled Cook for our independent, assisted living and memory care community in Bothell. You will prepare and serve scratch-made meals for residents, maintaining high standards of taste and presentation.

You’ll work as part of a close-knit kitchen team, ensuring safety, timing, and quality across breakfast, lunch, and dinner service. The role requires 3+ years of cooking in a scratch kitchen, strong knife skills, and relevant food safety certifications.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of cooking in a scratch kitchen, restaurant, hotel, or similar setting.
• Strong knife skills and knowledge of various cooking techniques.
• Food Handler’s Card or ServSafe certification (MAST or ability to obtain).
• Reliable, punctual, and a team player who takes pride in their work.
• Interest in serving seniors; experience in senior living is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute breakfast, lunch, and dinner from scratch using fresh ingredients.
• Follow recipes while bringing creativity and quality to every plate.
• Manage your station—prep, cook, plate, and maintain throughout service.
• Ensure proper food handling, storage, and sanitation per health code standards.
• Collaborate with kitchen and dining room staff to deliver smooth, timely service.
• Assist with inventory and special events when needed.

Skills

Scratch cooking

Knife skills

ServSafe/food handler

Team player

Time management

Job description

Chateau RetirementChateau at Bothell LandingNOW HIRINGFull-Time CookIndependent, Assisted Living, and Memory Care CommunityAbout Chateau RetirementAt Chateau Retirement, our kitchen is a real kitchen — and we take pride in it. We serve scratch-made, restaurant-quality meals to our residents three times a day, every day. We’re looking for a skilled Cook who loves the craft of cooking, takes ownership of their station, and wants to bring their talent somewhere it truly makes a difference. If you’ve got the skills of a restaurant cook but you’re ready for a better quality of life outside the kitchen, this is your place.Same Skills. Better Life. Here’s Why Cooks Choose Us Over Restaurants:You’ve put in the time in restaurant kitchens. You know the craft. Here’s what’s different at Chateau Retirement:What Matters to YouRestaurant KitchenChateau RetirementHoursLate nights, split shifts, bar closeDay & evening shifts, no late nightsSchedule FlexibilityLast-minute call-ins, unpredictableFlexible scheduling, set windowsWeekends & HolidaysEvery holiday, every weekendRotating schedule, fair time offWork EnvironmentHigh-pressure rush, chaotic paceSteady-paced, organized serviceJob StabilitySeasonal slowdowns, closuresYear-round, consistent demandHealth InsuranceOften unavailable or unaffordableMedical, dental & vision offered, HSARetirement BenefitsRarely offered401(k) with employer contributionSense of PurposeStrangers every nightFamiliar faces, real relationshipsWhat You’ll DoPrepare and execute breakfast, lunch, and dinner service from scratch using fresh ingredientsFollow recipes while bringing creativity and quality to every plateCook a variety of menu items/cuisine. Specials change dailyManage your station — prep, cook, plate, and maintain throughout serviceEnsure proper food handling, storage, and sanitation per health code standardsCollaborate with kitchen and dining room staff to deliver smooth, timely serviceAssist with receiving and rotating inventory as neededMaintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked kitchen at all timesAssist with special events when neededWhat We’re Looking For3+ years of cooking experience in a scratch restaurant, hotel, or commercial kitchenSolid knife skills and working knowledge of various cooking techniquesAbility to manage prep and production in a fast-paced but organized environmentCurrent Food Handler’s Card or ServSafe certification and MAST (or ability to obtain upon hire)Reliable, punctual, and a team player who takes pride in their workA genuine interest in serving others — experience in senior living is a plus but not requiredPass a Department of Social Services background checkBring your talent somewhere it matters. Apply todayChateau Retirement • An Equal Opportunity EmployerRequirements:Pass a Department of Social and Health Services background check (some negative actions can be acceptable)