Cook – Full-Time & Part-Time

The-Pines-of-Mount-Lebano; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay

Culinary Creativity

Better Work-Life Balance

Growth Rewards

Job summary

The Pines of Mount Lebanon is seeking talented and dependable cooks to join our culinary team in Pittsburgh, PA. We offer both full-time and part-time tracks with a flexible schedule that includes an every-other-weekend rotation, allowing you to cook for our residents with creativity in a smaller menu setting.

In this role you will prepare nutritious meals, maintain kitchen safety and cleanliness, and collaborate with the dietary team.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years old with a HS diploma or GED.
• Professional cooking experience required (restaurant, senior living, or hospitality).
• Strong knowledge of food safety, equipment, and sanitation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, season, and cook nutritious meals per recipes.
• Enhance presentation with creative touches to daily menus.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary kitchen per health regs.
• Assist with food prep, ordering, and inventory with dietary team.

Skills

Culinary skills

Teamwork

Food safety

Reliability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary

The Pines of Mount Lebanon is seeking talented and dependable Cooks to join our culinary team in Pittsburgh, PA. We have both Full-Time and Part-Time tracks available featuring a flexible schedule that includes an every-other-weekend rotation. If you are tired of the chaotic restaurant grind, late-night closing shifts, and mass-produced commercial menus, this is your chance to bring your culinary skills to a meaningful environment. Here, you will work with smaller menus and have the creative freedom to cook food you actually love for a close-knit community of seniors.

Schedule & Compensation

• Hourly Rate: $18.10 to $21.00 per hour (Based on experience)
• Shift Times: A mix of early morning shifts (5:30 AM – 1:00 PM) and mid-day/evening shifts (10:00 AM – 7:00 PM).
• Weekend Rotation: Every other weekend required.
• Status: Full-Time and Part-Time availability with flexible scheduling options.

Perks & Culinary Benefits

• Daily Pay: Access your hard-earned wages on demand when you need them instead of waiting for payday.
• Culinary Creativity: Say goodbye to rigid corporate templates. Enjoy smaller menus and the ability to showcase your skills by creating dishes that bring genuine joy to our residents.
• Better Work-Life Balance: Our latest shift ends at 7:00 PM, meaning no more grueling midnight kitchen closes.
• Growth Rewards: Benefit from our perfect attendance and employee leadership programs designed to provide clear paths to raises.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, season, and cook high-quality, nutritious meals for residents according to established recipes and dietary needs.
• Utilize your culinary skills to enhance presentation and bring creative, flavorful touches to our daily menu options.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen workspace, adhering to all food safety and health department regulations.
• Assist with food prep, ordering, and managing inventory alongside the dietary team.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older with a high school diploma or GED.
• Previous professional cooking experience (restaurant, senior living, or hospitality) is required to qualify for top-tier pay.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, kitchen equipment, and proper sanitation practices.
• High reliability and teamwork mindset—our residents count on us for timely, excellent meal service.
• Must pass all standard pre-employment background checks and drug screenings.

The Pines of Mount Lebanon is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).