Cook

Avista Senior Living; Ellensburg (WA); On-site; USD 15,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Avista Senior Living in Ellensburg, WA is seeking a polite and dedicated cook for weekend part-time shifts (Friday–Sunday, 10-hour shifts). The role focuses on scratch cooking, high standards of food safety, and compassionate service to our elderly residents.

You will join a team that values careful attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to lead by example during busy service periods. Weekend availability and a strong work ethic are essential.

Qualifications

• Cooking techniques and knowledge for quality scratch cooking.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Good time management to meet service timelines.
• Clear communication and ability to work under pressure.
• Food safety awareness and compliance with standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality meals for residents with a focus on nutrition and flavor.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and food safety practices.
• Assist in meal planning and portion control for residents.
• Lead by example and support other kitchen staff during weekend shifts.
• Ensure accurate food storage, labeling, and inventory control.

Skills

Cooking techniques

Teamwork

Time management

Communications

Eye for detail

Experience beneficial

Education

Food Handler Certificate

Job description

At Avista Senior Living, we offer team members the chance to do the kind of work that is meaningful and makes a difference every day. We are looking for people who live our mission of demonstrating exemplary red carpet service in all we do. The opportunity to grow, challenge yourself, and learn new skills is at your fingertips and we are always interested in talented individuals who desire to bring this innovative thinking to life in our communities.

• $500 SIGN ON BONUS OFFERED

Avista Senior Living is expanding throughout Arizona and is currently looking for a cook to join our team at our community in Ellensburg, WA. We are looking to fill WEEKEND PART TIME SHIFTS (FRIDAY-SUNDAY, 10 HOUR SHIFTS).

Responsibilities And Duties

• We are looking for a quality minded professional
• Knowledge of scratch cooking a definite plus as we look to elevate the expectations of food service
• Compassion for elderly and a desire to improve their quality of life is the focus of this food service operation
• The ability to lead others in appositive way
• An eye for detail

Qualifications

• Cooking techniques
• Teamwork
• Previous experienced (Beneficial)
• Time management
• Communications and ability to perform under pressure
• Food Handler Certificate
• Ensure food safety