Cook

Rolling Hills Estates; California; On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal per shift

401(k) with company match

EAP

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Pet insurance

Advance Pay

Career progression

Job summary

Merrill Gardens at Rolling Hills Estates is hiring a Senior Living Cook for a part-time role (3 days/week) in Rolling Hills Estates, CA. You will prepare meals, ensure proper plating, and uphold sanitation standards in a senior living kitchen.

Responsibilities include timely prep, portion control, and following ServSafe and safety protocols. Benefits include EAP, tuition reimbursement, and 401(k) matching; advance pay and other perks are available.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in quality food preparation.
• Flexibility with schedule and availability to work early morning and evening shifts, weekends and holidays.
• The ability to obtain ServSafe Certification as required by local/state agencies within 60 days.
• Culinary training or degree as required/preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all food items in a timely fashion.
• Visually inspect all foods to ensure proper plating.
• Maintain kitchen sanitation according to safety standards.
• Adhere to correct food handling and storage procedures.

Skills

Food preparation experience

Flexibility with schedule

ServSafe readiness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Culinary Training Certification/Degree

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