Lead Cook

Brookdale Senior Living; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Associate assistance program

Referral program

Early wage access

Voluntary benefits

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

Company provided life insurance

Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account

Voluntary life insurance

Job summary

Brookdale Senior Living in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a dedicated Cook for a full-time role in our community kitchens. As part of an industry leader recognized by Newsweek as a great workplace, you will help ensure proper preparation, portioning and serving of meals according to standardized recipes, while enjoying a no late nights policy and growth opportunities.

Brookdale offers a comprehensive benefits package including health and life insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off; eligible

Qualifications

• Proper preparation, portioning and serving of food according to standardized recipes and menus.
• Adheres to all sanitation and food safety standards.
• Prepares food in a timely manner at specified meal times.

Responsibilities

• Ensures proper preparation, portioning and serving of food according to standardized recipes and menus. You will use your prior experience with cutting tools, cookware and bakeware, combined with your knowledge of cooking procedures and methods of grilling, baking and boiling as a critical part of your role.
• Adheres to all sanitation and food safety standards. Maintains a clean kitchen.
• Prepares food in a timely manner at specified meal times

Skills

Cooking

Food Safety

Meal Preparation

Job description

• Gracious hospitality and neighborliness for our residents and families.
• Home-like feel and all-around comfort for residents and visiting family members.
• Entertaining events and gatherings so our residents can find connections in groups and 1:1 settings.
• Industry leader in clinical care.
• Nationwide company with 589 communities as of November 30, 2025, offering many opportunities to grow and learn as a sales professional.
• Extensive corporate support including a robust training program.

Job Description

Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity

No Late Nights! Grow your career with Brookdale! Our Cooks have the option to explore exciting opportunities for advancement in positions such as Sous Chefs and Managers of Dining Services.

Make Lives Better Including Your Own.

If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us! You’ll earn more than a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through professional development, as well as ongoing programs catered to your overall health and wellness. Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by employment status.

Part and Full Time Benefits Eligibility

• 401(k)
• Associate assistance program
• Referral program
• Early access to earned wages for hourly associates (outside of CA)
• Optional voluntary benefits including ID theft protection and pet insurance

Full Time Only Benefits Eligibility

• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Company provided life insurance
• Disability (short and long term)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account
• Optional life and dependent life insurance
• Optional voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity Insurance, and legal plan

Base pay in range will be determined by applicant’s skills and experience. Temporary associates are not benefits eligible but may participate in the company’s 401(k) program.

Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. To support our associates in their journey to become a U.S. citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.

The application window is anticipated to close within 30 days of the date of the posting.

Responsibilities

• Ensures proper preparation, portioning and serving of food according to standardized recipes and menus. You will use your prior experience with cutting tools, cookware and bakeware, combined with your knowledge of cooking procedures and methods of grilling, baking and boiling as a critical part of your role.
• Adheres to all sanitation and food safety standards. Maintains a clean kitchen.
• Prepares food in a timely manner at specified meal times

Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

Job Info

• Job Identification 25027175
• Job Category Community Operations
• Posting Date 07/29/2026, 07:57 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 4910 Tramway Ridge Dr NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87111, US
• Hiring Range Minimum and Maximum Per Period null