Cook

Brookdale Senior Living in; Latrobe (Westmoreland County); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in senior living is seeking a Cook to ensure proper food preparation and safety standards. This role offers opportunities for advancement and a supportive work environment. Full-time benefits include health insurance and retirement plans.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

Paid Time Off

Career Advancement Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience with food preparation and cooking procedures.
• Knowledge of sanitation and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food according to standardized recipes.
• Maintain cleanliness and adhere to safety standards.

Skills

Food Preparation

Sanitation Standards

Cooking Procedures

Tools

Cutting Tools

Cookware

Bakeware

Job description

Cook (Finance)

Ensures proper preparation, portioning, and serving of food according to standardized recipes and menus. Utilizes experience with cutting tools, cookware, and bakeware, along with knowledge of cooking procedures such as grilling, baking, and boiling.

Adheres to all sanitation and food safety standards and maintains a clean kitchen. Prepares food in a timely manner to meet specified meal times.

Benefits and Opportunities

Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity. No late nights! Opportunities for career advancement include roles such as Lead Cooks, Sous Chefs, and Managers of Dining Services.

We offer a supportive environment where you can grow professionally and personally, with benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and more. Full-time benefits are available, and part-time associates are eligible for certain programs.

Compensation

Base pay ranges from $14.97 to $18.71, depending on skills and experience. The role may also include team-based bonus opportunities. Temporary associates may participate in the 401(k) plan but are not benefits-eligible.

Additional Support

Veterans, transitioning active-duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. Brookdale offers support for naturalization fees for qualified associates.

The application window is expected to close within 30 days of posting.