Senior Living Cook

SilverCrest Properties, LLC; Lakeville (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

Voluntary life and AD&D

Health Savings Account

401k

Nice Healthcare

Short & Long-term Disability

Critical Life and Accident Insurance

LifeLock ID Theft w/ Norton Cyber SE

Pet Insurance

Job summary

The Crest at Lakeville | A Silvercrest Community is seeking a Senior Living Cook for day shifts to provide high‑quality meals and dining service for residents. You will help maintain safety and cleanliness in the dining area while supporting the culinary team.

Qualified candidates have a HS diploma or GED, 2–3 years cooking experience, and ServeSafe certification or willingness to obtain within 90 days. This full-time role includes a $3,000 sign-on bonus paid after milestones.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of Chef/Cook experience preferred.
• ServeSafe Certification required or willing to obtain within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Play a pivotal role in ensuring the highest quality food and service standards for residents.
• Assist in training other members of the culinary team.
• Assure the safety and enhancement of the dining area.
• Assist the Dining Director with tasks as assigned.

Skills

2-3 years Chef/Cook Experience

ServeSafe Certification

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Senior Living Cook
$23-$25/hour | Full-Time Days
The Crest at Lakeville | A Silvercrest Community
SIGN ON BONUS OF $3,000 (Paid at 6, 12 and 18 months of successful employment)
Make a difference in someone's life every day.
If you have a passion for serving and a desire to grow, we'd love to have you on our diverse team!

Why Join Us?

• Meaningful Work: Help seniors in our community live their best lives
• Competitive Pay: $23 - $25/hour + credit for experience
• Flexible Schedule: Full-Time | Days | 7:00 am - 6:00 pm | Weekend rotation required
• Supportive Team: We don't just focus on wellness with our residents; your wellness is also our priority
• Quick Hiring: Apply today and hear back within 48 hours

What You'll Do:

• Play a pivotal role in ensuring the highest quality food and service standards for residents
• Assist in training other members of the culinary team
• Assure the safety and enhancement of the dining area
• Assist the Dining Director with tasks as assigned

What You'll Need:

• High school diploma or GED (college courses or culinary school preferred)
• 2-3 years of Chef/Cook Experience preferred
• ServeSafe Certification, or willing to obtain within 90-days of hire (employer-provided)

Benefits Available to You:

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Voluntary life and AD&D
• Health Savings Account
• Legal Shield
• 401k (eligible to contribute after 30 days of employment)
• Nice Healthcare (virtual and in-home visits)
• Short & Long-term Disability
• Critical Life and Accident Insurance
• LifeLock ID Theft w/ Norton Cyber Security
• Pet Insurance

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants.

Applicants for this position must be able to produce a negative drug test. Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.