Cook

Welcome Applicants; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

No Cost Health Insurance (Kaiser Gold)

No Cost HSA Option (employer contrib)

No Cost Dental

No Cost Vision

Short/Long-Term Disability

401k Matching

Life/Dismemberment Insurance

Overtime pay

Free meals during work

Sick and Personal Leave

Vacation Time

Transportation/Commute Assistance

CEUs

Job summary

Rippling, Inc. is seeking a passionate cook to prepare vibrant, home‑style meals for our residents and staff. The role requires proficiency in a range of kitchen techniques, strict adherence to food safety, and the ability to tailor meals to dietary needs.

Flexible shifts and full weekend availability are required, with an emphasis on teamwork and high-quality serving. The position offers an hourly rate based on experience, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth within

Qualifications

• Proficiency in braising, stewing, baking, roasting, grilling, and sautéing.
• Strong pastry, frying, butchering, stock making, and bread baking skills.
• Excellent knife skills with precise dicing, chopping, and julienne.

Responsibilities

• Create: Prepare vibrant, home‑cooked meals using local products for staff and residents.
• Execute: Manage all menu items with focus on timing, quality, portion control, and presentation.
• Safety & Science: Maintain knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and temperature requirements.
• Sanitize: Keep workstation organized and follow kitchen cleaning schedule.
• Accommodate: Prepare modified or therapeutic diets for residents' allergies and dietary needs.

Skills

Braising

Stewing

Baking

Roasting

Grilling

Sautéing

Pastry

Frying

Butchering

Stock making

Bread baking

Knife skills

Job description

We are a family-run community that believes in taking care of the people who take care of our residents. If you are a passionate cook - whether you are a seasoned professional or just starting your culinary journey -

We offer a competitive hourly rate based on your experience and skill level. We also provide a robust benefits package for long-term team members, including:

• Health & Wellness: No Cost Health Insurance (Kaiser Gold) OR No Cost HSA Option (with up to $2,400 Employer Contribution), plus No Cost Dental, Vision, and Short/Long-Term Disability.
• Financial Security: 401k Matching, No Cost Life/Dismemberment Insurance, and Overtime pay for hours worked beyond 8 hours/day and holidays.
• Perks: Free meals during work hours, Sick and Personal Leave, Vacation Time, Transportation/Commute Assistance, and Earned Continuing Education Units (CEUs).

The Schedule (Please Read)

• Afternoon Shift: 10:30 AM – 7:00 PM
• All Day Shift: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• Availability: Applicants must be flexible to work any shift and have full weekend availability to be considered for this position.

What You Will Do

• Create: Prepare vibrant, home‑cooked meals using local products for our staff and residents.
• Execute: Handle all menu items and recipes with a focus on timing, quality, portion control, and presentation.
• Safety & Science: Maintain thorough knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and temperature requirements (thawing, preparing, and storing).
• Sanitize: Maintain a "clean as you go" mentality, keeping your workstation organized and adhering to the kitchen cleaning schedule.
• Accommodate: Prepare modified or therapeutic diets to meet the specific allergy and dietary needs of our residents.

Requirements

• Technical Mastery: Proficiency in techniques including braising, stewing, baking, roasting, grilling, and sautéing.
• Culinary Skills: Strong skills in pastry, frying, butchering, stock making, and bread baking.
• Precision: Expert knife skills (dicing, chopping, julienne) and the knowledge to keep your equipment sharp.
• Work Ethic: A commitment to leaving the kitchen better than you found it and the ability to perform all essential functions satisfactorily.

Pay Range (Compensation)

$18.00/hour to $26.00/hour