Cook

Oakmont Management Group; Novato (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Vacation & Holidays

Complimentary Meals

Company-Paid Life Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Oakmont of Novato, part of Oakmont Management Group, is seeking a Cook to prepare meals for residents in a caring senior living community. You’ll cook with a team, learn residents’ preferences, and contribute to a warm dining experience.

We value authenticity and compassion, offering competitive pay, flexible shifts, and a supportive environment where every plate brings comfort and joy to residents.

Qualifications

• Previous cooking experience in a kitchen environment preferred.
• Passion for cooking and pride in quality meals.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation and kitchen safety.
• Ability to safely operate commercial kitchen equipment.
• Dependability, organization, and attention to detail.
• Positive attitude and teamwork with staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh, high-quality meals according to menus and recipes.
• Deliver consistent flavor, quality, portioning, and presentation.
• Prepare food for daily dining as well as celebrations and events.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and proper handling standards.
• Work with chefs and servers to deliver an exceptional dining experience.

Skills

Cooking

Food safety

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Stamina

Job description

Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities - Pay Range: $21.00-25.00/hr
Oakmont of Novato | Novato, CA

At Oakmont of Novato, we believe food is about much more than what’s on the plate. It brings people together, creates comfort, sparks memories, and gives residents something to look forward to every day.

As a Cook, you have the opportunity to do what you love while seeing firsthand the difference your work makes. Here, you aren't cooking for anonymous customers—you’re cooking for residents you’ll come to know by name. You'll learn their favorite meals, hear their compliments, celebrate special occasions with them, and become part of a community that truly appreciates what you create.

This is cooking with purpose.

If you love being in the kitchen, take pride in a beautifully prepared plate, and enjoy being part of a team that cares about quality, we'd love to meet you.

Our culture is built around five values:

Authenticity · Teamwork · Compassion · Commitment · Resilience

What You'll Do

As a Cook, you'll work alongside our culinary team to provide residents with a dining experience we can all be proud of.

Prepare fresh, high-quality meals according to menus and recipes.

Deliver consistent flavor, quality, portioning, and presentation.

Prepare food for daily dining as well as celebrations, special events, and community gatherings.

Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen.

Follow food safety, sanitation, and proper food-handling standards.

Work collaboratively with chefs, servers, and other team members to deliver an exceptional dining experience.

Take pride in every meal you prepare and the residents you prepare it for.

What You Bring

Previous cooking experience in a restaurant, hotel, senior living community, or similar kitchen environment preferred.

Passion for cooking and pride in producing great food.

Knowledge of basic food preparation and kitchen safety.

Ability to safely operate commercial kitchen equipment.

Dependability, organization, and attention to detail.

A positive attitude and willingness to be part of a team.

Genuine respect and compassion for seniors.

Must meet applicable background, health, safety, and regulatory requirements.

Why You'll Love Working at Oakmont

Oakmont Management Group is a recognized leader in senior living with communities across California, Colorado, Hawaii, and Nevada. Our growth provides opportunities for career advancement, professional development, and relocation for team members who want to build a future with us.

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

Vacation, Personal Days, Sick Pay, and Holidays

Complimentary Meals

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Team Member Discount Program (LifeMart)

401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match

Recognition Programs

Student Loan Refinancing

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Cook Somewhere Your Work Matters

There are plenty of places where you can cook.

At Oakmont, you get to cook for people you know.

The meal you prepare may be someone's favorite part of their day. A familiar recipe can bring back a memory. A beautifully prepared dinner can turn an ordinary evening into something special.

And at the end of your shift, you can go home knowing you didn't just prepare meals—you helped create comfort, connection, and joy.

Oakmont Management Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.