Cook

Living Care Lifestyles; Lynnwood (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance (FT)

Retirement plan match

Vacation and sick time

Paid holidays

Team member meals

Job summary

Quail Park of Lynnwood, part of Living Care Lifestyles, is seeking a cook for our Signature Dining Team to manage dining for residents, follow recipes, and keep kitchen clean and safe. Weekend hours are required, with competitive hourly pay.

You will work to ensure freshness, proper storage, and high standards, supporting a welcoming dining experience. Prior food service experience is preferred, CPR/First Aid and Food Handler credentials current, and English communication with residents and

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-year applicable food service experience.
• Previous experience in either hotel/restaurant or senior living preferred.
• Must be able to read, comprehend, write, and speak English to effectively communicate with residents, guests, staff, and vendors.
• Must meet all health-related and/or food-handling requirements pertaining to local and state regulatory agencies.
• Must maintain current CPR/First Aid and Food Handler’s credentials.

Responsibilities

• Follow recipes and proper procedures to cook and prep all food to Signature Dining Standards while maintaining freshness and appropriate temperatures.
• Responsible for proper food storage including covering, labeling, dating and placing in proper food storage areas.
• Always ensure safe food handling techniques.
• Clean and sanitize work areas and equipment before and after each use.
• Ensure all kitchen surfaces including floors, counters, sinks, cabinets, and walk in freezer and fridge remain clean and sanitary during shift.
• Complete deep cleaning procedures according to schedule or as directed.

Skills

Food service experience

English proficiency

Health & safety

Food handling

Job description

Quail Park of Lynnwood currently has an opening for a cook on our Signature Dining Team. Our team manages the entire dining experience of our seniors ensuring that meals are presented in a clean and attractive manner and that residents, both new and old, feel welcome. We depend on our cooks to make sure that all food is delicious and safe, keeping the kitchen neat and sanitary, and that our food is within prescribed health standards. As a member of our dining team, you’ll play a key role in doing everything necessary for a tasty and enjoyable dining experience for our residents.

Weekend Hours Required.

What You'll Do:

• Follow recipes and proper procedures to cook and prep all food to Signature Dining Standards while maintaining freshness and appropriate temperatures
• Responsible for proper food storage including covering, labeling, dating and placing in proper food storage areas
• Always ensure safe food handling techniques
• Clean and sanitize work areas and equipment before and after each use
• Ensure all kitchen surfaces including floors, counters, sinks, cabinets, and walk in freezer and fridge remain clean and sanitary during shift
• Complete deep cleaning procedures according to schedule or as directed

What We're Looking For:

Sous Chef | Cook

• Minimum of 1-year applicable food service experience
• Previous experience in either hotel/restaurant or senior living preferred
• Demonstrated understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures
• Strong commitment to customer service and desire to exceed customer expectations
• Must be able to read, comprehend, write, and speak English to effectively communicate with residents, guests, staff, and vendors
• Must meet all health-related and/or food-handling requirements pertaining to local and state regulatory agencies
• Must maintain current CPR/First Aid and Food Handler’s credentials

What We Offer:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (Full-Time)
• Retirement Plan Contribution Match
• Vacation and Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• Team Member Meals

And more! See our benefits here!

Why Join Us?

Quail Park of Lynnwood / Living Care Lifestyles offers a supportive work environment where your contributions are valued, and your professional growth is encouraged. You'll be part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of our residents, providing compassionate care that honors their dignity and individuality.

Rate of Pay: $22.00-$25.00/hour