Cook

Responsibilities

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

Requirements

Must have a valid Food Handlers Card.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required. Previous experience in a similar position preferred.

Skills

Knowledge of cooking procedures and methods of grilling, baking and boiling.

Benefits

• Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by employment status.
• Part and Full Time Benefits Eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision insurance, 401(k), Associate assistance program, Employee discounts, 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, Adoption benefit, 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.
• Tuition reimbursement.

Pay

Base pay in range will be determined by applicant’s skills and experience.

Schedule

Temporary associates are not benefits eligible but may participate in the company’s 401(k) program.

About Brookdale

Brookdale is a Great Place to Be: 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.