Cook

Brookdale Senior Living in; Salisbury (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Cook to join their team. This role involves ensuring the proper preparation and serving of food, adhering to sanitation standards, and utilizing various cooking techniques. Enjoy a supportive environment with opportunities for advancement, including roles such as Lead Cook and Sous Chef. With a focus on health and wellness, this position offers competitive benefits and a chance to grow your career in the culinary field. If you are passionate about food and service, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Employee Assistance Programs

Discounts

Referral Programs

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

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 a clean kitchen and adhere to food safety standards.

Skills

Food Preparation

Sanitation Standards

Cooking Procedures

Portion Control

Tools

Cutting Tools

Cookware

Bakeware

Job description

Cook (Finance)

Ensures proper preparation, portioning, and serving of food according to standardized recipes and menus. Uses experience with cutting tools, cookware, and bakeware, along with knowledge of cooking procedures such as grilling, baking, and boiling. Adheres to sanitation and food safety standards, maintaining a clean kitchen. Prepares food in a timely manner at specified meal times.

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.

Benefits and Opportunities

• No late nights! Opportunities for advancement to roles such as Lead Cook, Sous Chef, and Manager of Dining Services.
• Grow your career in a supportive environment focused on professional development, health, and wellness programs.
• Full benefits include health, dental, vision insurance, 401(k), employee assistance, discounts, referral programs, and early wage access.
• Part-time and full-time benefits eligibility varies; full-time includes paid time off, holidays, life insurance, adoption benefits, disability coverage, flexible spending, health savings accounts, optional life insurance, and tuition reimbursement.

Salary range: $14.18 - $17.73, based on experience and skills. Role eligible for team-based bonus opportunities. Temporary associates may participate in the 401(k) program but are not benefits-eligible.

Veterans, transitioning active duty military, and spouses are encouraged to apply. We support associates in their journey to U.S. citizenship, offering to advance naturalization fees up to $725 for qualified employees with at least one year of service.

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