Cook

Integral Senior Living; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Access to wages before payday

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off & holidays (full-time)

Health insurance & benefits

401(k) with employer matching

Paid training

Job summary

Integral Senior Living is seeking a Cook to join our California team. The role involves preparing hot and cold menu items across grill, sauté, salad bar and service line, while ensuring proper portioning and adherence to recipes. Strong attention to detail and weekend availability are required.

Experience in senior living and solid communication skills will help you thrive in a collaborative kitchen environment with a focus on quality and presentation.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Senior Living preferred.
• Experience with production methods, portion control and food handling safety.
• Great organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills; must work weekends.

Responsibilities

• Prepare hot and cold menu items on grill, sauté station, salad bar and service line.
• Ensure proper preparation, portioning and serving per menu and recipes.
• Taste and assess food quality and palatability.

Skills

Food preparation

Grill & sauté

Food safety

Communication

Tools

Kitchen equipment handling

Job description

Integral Senior Living (ISL) proudly manages care and lifestyle-focused Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care communities across California and surrounding areas serving thousands of residents and families throughout the region. Guided by our foundational “Culture Keepers”, we cultivate purpose-driven environments where residents thrive and Team Members feel valued, empowered, and supported.

As part of one of the largest senior living organizations in the nation, our communities have earned Great Place to Work® certifications from 2022–2026. At ISL, purpose fuels every role, culture inspires every team, and continuous growth shapes every career. We continually aspire and invest in learning and development opportunities that support our team members’ professional growth, ensuring every team member has the tools to build a meaningful and rewarding career.

We Offer Rewarding Career Opportunities That Include

• Competitive wages
• Access to wages before payday
• Flexible scheduling options with full-time and part-time hours
• Paid time off and Holidays (full-time)
• Comprehensive benefit package including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances (full-time)
• 401(K) with employer matching
• Paid training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Meals and uniforms
• Employee Assistance Program

Our community is looking for a Cook to join our team.

Cook Responsibilities

• Prepare hot and cold menu items which requires working on the grill, sauté station, salad-bar and on the service line;
• Ensure the proper preparation, portioning and serving of foods as indicated on the menu cycle and the standardized recipes;
• Taste and prepare food to determine quality and palatability.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Senior Living preferred
• Experience with production methods, portion control and food handling safety required.
• Great organizational skills a must
• Strong communication skills
• Attention to detail and presentation of food product is required.
• Must be able to work weekends.

EOE D/V