Cook

Merrill Gardens; California; On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

FSA

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Free daily meals

401(k) with match

Tuition reimbursement

Disability insurance

Pet insurance

Advance pay

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Merrill Gardens is hiring a Part-time Senior Living Cook for Rolling Hills Estates, CA. You will prepare meals, ensure quality plating, and maintain high kitchen sanitation. Flexibility for early shifts, weekends, and holidays is required.

Benefits include medical/dental/vision, EAP, paid time off, daily meals, 401(k) with match, tuition reimbursement, and advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Culinary training or degree in Culinary Arts required.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in quality food preparation.
• Ability to obtain ServSafe Certification within 60 days.
• Flexibility with schedule including early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Preparing all food items in a timely fashion.
• Visually inspecting all food for proper plating readiness.
• Maintaining kitchen sanitation according to safety standards.
• Always practicing correct food handling and storage procedures.

Skills

Food preparation

Kitchen sanitation

Flexibility

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Culinary Training Certification or Degree in Culinary Arts

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Senior Living Cook

Part Time 3 days/week - short term

Merrill Family of Senior Living Communities

a privately-owned family company with a proud history of success, is currently hiring a Cook at Merrill Gardens at Rolling Hills Estates in Rolling Hills Estates, CA.

We offer our full-time employees:

• Highly competitive pay and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance).

• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Paid time off – 7 holidays, and 11 vacation days.

• Free daily meal every shift.

• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting!

• Tuition reimbursement for career growth.

• Company-paid short & long-term disability insurance.

• Pet insurance and team member discounts.

• Advance Pay benefit – access wages before payday.

• A stable, growing company with opportunities for advancement!

We offer our part-time employees:

• Free daily meal every shift.

• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting!

• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Tuition reimbursement for career growth.

• Pet insurance and team member discounts.

• Advance Pay benefit – access wages before payday.

• A stable, growing company with opportunities for advancement!

Our Cooks are responsible for:

• Preparing all food items in a timely fashion.

• Visually inspecting all food to ensure readiness for proper plating.

• Maintaining kitchen sanitation according to safety standards.

• Always practicing correct food handling and food storage procedures.

If you are someone with:

• High School Diploma or GED

• Culinary Training Certification or Degree in Culinary Arts

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in quality food preparation

• The ability to obtain ServSafe Certification as required by local or state agencies (within 60 days)

• Flexibility with schedule and availability to work early morning and evening shifts as well as weekends and holiday

Actual pay rate within stated pay range is determined based on relevant factors in compliance with state and local wage laws. This range reflects what we reasonably expect to pay upon hire.

Physical Requirements:

This role requires frequent standing, walking, and manual handling of materials up to 50 lbs. Regular bending, lifting, and reaching are also part of daily responsibilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Our mission is to provide an inspiring environment for our residents, families, and team members where every life is defined by the possibilities.

Merrill Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer