Senior Living Kitchen Cook - Scratch-Made Meals

Chateau at Bothell Landing; Bothell (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Chateau Retirement is hiring a skilled Cook for our independent, assisted living and memory care community in Bothell. You will prepare and serve scratch-made meals for residents, maintaining high standards of taste and presentation.

You’ll work as part of a close-knit kitchen team, ensuring safety, timing, and quality across breakfast, lunch, and dinner service. The role requires 3+ years of cooking in a scratch kitchen, strong knife skills, and relevant food safety certifications.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of cooking in a scratch kitchen, restaurant, hotel, or similar setting.
• Strong knife skills and knowledge of various cooking techniques.
• Food Handler’s Card or ServSafe certification (MAST or ability to obtain).
• Reliable, punctual, and a team player who takes pride in their work.
• Interest in serving seniors; experience in senior living is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute breakfast, lunch, and dinner from scratch using fresh ingredients.
• Follow recipes while bringing creativity and quality to every plate.
• Manage your station—prep, cook, plate, and maintain throughout service.
• Ensure proper food handling, storage, and sanitation per health code standards.
• Collaborate with kitchen and dining room staff to deliver smooth, timely service.
• Assist with inventory and special events when needed.

Skills

Scratch cooking

Knife skills

ServSafe/food handler

Team player

Time management

Job description

Chateau Retirement is hiring a skilled Cook for our independent, assisted living and memory care community in Bothell. You will prepare and serve scratch-made meals for residents, maintaining high standards of taste and presentation.

You’ll work as part of a close-knit kitchen team, ensuring safety, timing, and quality across breakfast, lunch, and dinner service. The role requires 3+ years of cooking in a scratch kitchen, strong knife skills, and relevant food safety certifications.