Cook Part Time

Era Living, LLC; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with match

Holiday double pay

Paid sick time

Employee Assistance Program

Longevity bonuses

Employee discounts

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Era Living's University House Wallingford in Seattle is seeking a part-time Cook to join our Culinary Services team. You will prepare meals according to planned menus and recipes, delivering a dining experience that respects our residents' health and preferences.

Available shifts are Monday and Tuesday from 11:00 AM to 7:30 PM. This role offers competitive compensation and a benefits package, including a 401(k) with company match and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Culinary knowledge and ability to perform routine food service functions.
• Ability to follow recipe preparation instructions and procedures.
• Ability to distinguish smells, tastes and temperatures.
• Ability to understand proper food storage procedures.
• Ability to adhere to strict established cleanliness standards.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English.
• Able to pass DSHS background check.

Responsibilities

• The Cook will prepare meals in accordance with planned menus and recipes, ensuring that each resident has a memorable dining experience.

Skills

Culinary knowledge

Follow recipe instructions

Smell/taste assessment

Food storage procedures

Cleanliness standards

English language

Background check

Education

First Aid & CPR certified or obtainable within 30 days

Food Handler’s Certificate or obtainable within 14 days

Job description

$23.30 - $27.30 per hour | Great benefits! Free Meals!

Era Living is seeking a part-time Cook to become the newest member of our Culinary Services team located in our University House Wallingford Community, Seattle, WA. Available shifts will be scheduled Monday and Tuesday, 11:00AM to 7:30PM.

Competitive Compensation/Benefits Package Includes:

• 401(k) retirement plan with generous company match (eligibility contingent on age requirement)

• Double pay for holidays worked

• 1 hour paid sick time for every 40 hours worked

• Employee Assistance Program

• Longevity bonuses

• Employee discount programs

• Pre-tax election commuter benefits

Primary Responsibilities:

The Cook will prepare meals in accordance with planned menus and recipes, ensuring that each resident has a memorable dining experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Culinary knowledge & ability to perform routine food service functions.

• Proven ability to follow recipe preparation instructions and specific culinary procedures

• Ability to distinguish smells, tastes and temperatures

• Ability to understand proper food storage procedures

• Ability to adhere to strict established cleanliness standards

• Ability to read, write and communicate in English

• Ability to pass DSHS background check, required

Education and Experience:

• Required:
  o First Aid and CPR certified or able to obtain within 30 days of hire
  o Food Handler’s Certificate or able to obtain within 14 days of hire

About Era Living:

If you are passionate about improving the quality of life for older adults and exemplify a values based approach to your work, demonstrating integrity, credibility, consistency, strong team orientation, and outstanding communication, we welcome your

Era Living was voted "2023/2024/2025/2026 Winner: Best in the Pacific Northwest - Senior Community" by the Seattle Times.

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