Cook Part Time

University House Wallingford; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Holiday pay

Paid sick time (1 hour per 40 hours)

Employee Assistance Program

Longevity bonuses

Employee discounts

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Job summary

Era Living is seeking a part-time Cook for the University House Wallingford community in Seattle, WA. Shifts are Monday and Tuesday, 11:00 AM to 7:30 PM, with a focus on delivering meals per menus and creating a memorable dining experience for residents.

The role supports a Culinary Services team with benefits including a 401(k), holiday pay, paid sick time, EAP, longevity bonuses, discounts, and pre-tax commuter benefits.

Qualifications

• Culinary knowledge and ability to perform routine food service functions.
• Ability to follow recipe preparation instructions and culinary procedures.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals per planned menus and recipes.
• Ensure residents have a memorable dining experience.

Skills

Culinary knowledge

Recipe execution

Food safety

English communication

Background check

Education

First Aid & CPR certification

Food Handler’s Certificate

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 Winner: Best in the Pacific Northwest – Senior Community” by the Seattle Times.

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