Cook

Merrill Gardens; Renton (WA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Free daily meal

Advance pay

Disability insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre in Renton, WA is hiring a Senior Living Cook for a full-time role with a 10-hour day schedule (10 a.m. to 8 p.m.) across four days and at least one weekend day per week.

The position emphasizes timely food preparation, strict sanitation, and adherence to food safety practices. Benefits include medical/dental/vision, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Culinary Training Certification or Degree in Culinary Arts preferred.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in quality food preparation.
• Ability to obtain ServSafe Certification within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all food items in a timely fashion.
• Visually inspect all food for proper plating.
• Maintain kitchen sanitation per safety standards.
• Practice correct food handling and storage procedures.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation practices

Food safety

Line cook experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Culinary Training Certification or Degree in Culinary Arts

Job description

Senior Living Cook

Full-time; schedule: four 10‑hour days (10 a.m. to 8 p.m.) with at least one weekend day required.

Merrill Family of Senior Living Communities, a privately‑owned family company with a proud history of success, is currently hiring a Cook at Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre in Renton, WA.

Full‑Time Employee Benefits

• Highly competitive pay and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance).
• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid time off – 7 holidays, and 11 vacation days.
• Free daily meal every shift.
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting!
• Tuition reimbursement for career growth.
• Company-paid short & long‑term disability insurance.
• Pet insurance and team member discounts.
• Advance Pay benefit – access wages before payday.
• A stable, growing company with opportunities for advancement!

Part‑Time Employee Benefits

• Free daily meal every shift.
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting!
• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement for career growth.
• Pet insurance and team member discounts.
• Advance Pay benefit – access wages before payday.
• A stable, growing company with opportunities for advancement!

Responsibilities

• Preparing all food items in a timely fashion.
• Visually inspecting all food to ensure readiness for proper plating.
• Maintaining kitchen sanitation according to safety standards.
• Always practicing correct food handling and food storage procedures.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Culinary Training Certification or Degree in Culinary Arts.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in quality food preparation.
• The ability to obtain ServSafe Certification as required by local or state agencies (within 60 days).
• Candidates who have line experience and have been a line cook for at least one year.
• Flexibility with schedule and availability to work early morning and evening shifts as well as weekends and holiday.

Actual pay rate within stated pay range is determined based on relevant factors in compliance with state and local wage laws. This range reflects what we reasonably expect to pay upon hire.

Physical Requirements

This role requires frequent standing, walking, and manual handling of materials up to 50 lbs. Regular bending, lifting, and reaching are also part of daily responsibilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre is an Equal Opportunity Employer.