Cook

Madonna Gardens; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

Career Advancement

Fun and Collaborative Environment

Job summary

Madonna Gardens Assisted Living and Memory Care in Salinas, CA, is seeking a part-time kitchen teammate to prepare salads, desserts, and meals under the Culinary Services Director's guidance. The role emphasizes teamwork, accuracy in following menus, and maintaining a clean, safe kitchen environment.

Flexible schedules (6am-2:30pm or 10:30am-6:30pm) with competitive pay of $22–$23 per hour based on experience; first aid certification may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience in food service preferred.
• May be required to hold First Aid Certification.

Responsibilities

• Support the mission and culture through positive communication and teamwork.
• Contribute to community relationships with residents, families, and staff.
• Assist in kitchen operations, including preparation of salads, baking desserts, and assembling meals.
• Read production sheets and follow menus and recipes accurately.
• Safely operate kitchen equipment and dishwashing machinery; maintain sanitation of ovens, grill, and utensils.

Skills

Team player

Positive attitude

Communication skills

Follow instructions

Job description

Ready to Join a winning team?

At Madonna Gardens Assisted Living and Memory Care, we value individuality and strong team connectivity. Our team members are compassionate, dedicated, and committed to providing high-quality care while creating relationships with our residents, families, and other staff members.

Madonna Gardens Assisted Living and Memory Care is the premier Assisted Living and Memory Care community in Salinas. We specialize in a wide range of support and guidance for residents through specific programming for care, activities, socialization, and dining.

Benefits and Offerings:

• Competitive Pay
• Fun and Collaborative Environment
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Career Advancement

Schedule:

• Part Time
• 6am-2:30pm / 10:30am-6:30pm - Variable Scheduled Days

Rate of Pay:

• $22 - $23 Depending on experience

Job Duties Include:

• Support the mission, vision, and culture of the organization through positive communication and leadership
• Contribute to Community relationships by demonstrating cooperation and professional conduct with residents, families, fellow associates, physicians, pharmacies and other vendors or persons.
• Contribute to team effort by being flexible in work assignments; by furnishing support; by taking initiative; and by understanding how this position affects and compliments all other Community positions.
• Prepare salads, bake desserts, and complete menu meals on time and without the direct supervision of the Culinary Services Director.
• Read, interpret and follows production sheets.
• Safely operate all kitchen equipment and dishwashing machine.
• Clean and sanitize ovens, grill, workspace, and cooking utensils.
• Check food orders delivered against invoice.
• Able to maintain work pace appropriate to given workload. Perform activities on schedule while maintaining regular attendance and punctuality within specified tolerance.
• May be required to hold valid First Aid Certification
• Read and follow instructions, recipe books, menus, and food labels correctly.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude and the ability to work well with all people, particularly the elderly.
• Demonstrate willingness to help other staff when needed.
• A complete job description is available upon request.

We look forward to your joining our team!