Cook | Full-Time | Monday-Friday

The Woodlake Senior Living; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time benefits

Earned wage access

Supplemental insurance options

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Employee Assistance resources

Health advocacy support

Employee discounts

Job summary

The Woodlake Senior Living in Sacramento, CA, is seeking a compassionate Cook to provide an extraordinary dining experience for our residents. Join a dedicated team focused on dignified care and delicious, nourishing meals.

We offer competitive wages, opportunities to grow, and training for qualified candidates; full-time schedule with weekday hours and weekends off. State-required trainings are provided, and a supportive work environment awaits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2–3 years of experience on a fast-paced line or prep line.
• Basic computer skills and English literacy.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve quality meals for residents, including those with special diet needs.
• Follow menu program or approved substitutes to meet nutritional needs and preferences.
• Ensure attractive plate presentation for residents.
• Assist in planning and coordinating special events for marketing and activities.
• Continuously monitor and address resident concerns and preferences.
• Adhere to proper food handling and sanitation guidelines.
• Ensure privacy, respect, and dignity of residents.
• Follow infection control procedures.
• Complete required state training upon hire and annually.

Skills

Customer service

English language

Food safety basics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Come join the ONELIFE Senior Living team! We are looking for compassionate and dedicated team members with a common purpose of making a difference in the lives of seniors.

The Woodlake Senior Living, located in Sacramento CA is seeking a passionate, professional, and customer-oriented Cook to provide an extraordinary dining experience for the residents in our community.

We offer competitive wages with opportunities to grow! Training available for qualified candidates.

Responsibilities of the Cook

• Preparation and service of quality meals for all residents including those with special diet needs.
• Follows menu program or an approved substitute menu to ensure that nutritional needs and preferences of the residents are met.
• Ensures plate presentation is attractive and appetizing for the resident population.
• Assist in planning and coordinating special events for marketing and activities.
• Continuously monitor and appropriately address resident concerns and preferences.
• Adheres to proper food handling and sanitation guidelines.
• Ensure residents are provided privacy, respect, and dignity.
• Follows standard precautions and infection control procedures.
• Completes state required training upon hire and annually.

Required Experience:

• Possess, at a minimum, a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Desired 2-3 years of experience on a fast-paced line, or working at a prep cook line station.
• Ability to execute flawless dishes in a timely manner, with experience in using cutting tools, cookware, and bakeware
• Senior Living experience a plus
• Basic computer skills.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write in the English language.
• State Criminal Background Check and LIC 508 Criminal Record Statement
• LIC 503 Health Screening Report

Job Type

• Full-Time
• Monday-Friday Schedule,
• Weekends Off.

Benefits

• A full‑time employee benefit package is offered.
• Earned Wage Access – On‑Demand Pay Program.
• Supplemental insurance options may be available.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Employee Assistance resources.
• Health advocacy support programs.
• Employee discount opportunities.

The Woodlake Senior Living is an equal opportunity employer. All candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check and a comprehensive reference check.