On Call Cook

Era Living, LLC; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 31,684 - 37,195; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Double pay for holidays

1 hour paid sick time

Employee Assistance Program

Longevity bonuses

Employee discounts

Pre‑tax commuter benefits

Job summary

Era Living, LLC is seeking an on-call Cook for the University House Wallingford in Seattle, WA. This per-diem position covers a temporary leave of absence for August 2026, scheduled for 16 hours weekly on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 11:00 AM to 7:30 PM.

The role includes preparing meals per menus, adhering to recipes, and ensuring quality dining experiences for residents. Applicants must hold First Aid/CPR and Food Handler certificates or obtain them within the specified timelines.

Qualifications

• Must have First Aid and CPR certification or obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Must have Food Handler’s Certificate or obtain within 14 days of hire.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English.
• Willingness to pass DSHS background check as required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals per planned menus and recipes to provide a memorable dining experience for residents.
• Follow established cooking procedures and food storage standards.
• Maintain strict cleanliness and safety standards in the kitchen.
• This is a per-diem, on-call role covering August 2026 with 16 hours/week (Tue/Wed, 11:00 AM–7:30 PM).

Skills

Culinary knowledge

Follow recipes

English communication

Cleanliness standards

Background check readiness

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 an on-call Cook to become the newest member of our Culinary Services team located in our University House Wallingford Community, Seattle, WA. To cover an employee leave of absence this per-diem role will be scheduled for 16 hours per week - Tuesday and Wednesday from 11:00AM to 7:30PM - for the month of August 2026 only. After August 2026, this role will be per-diem only and provided hours on an as needed basis.

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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