Cook

About the role

The Senior Living Cook position at Merrill Gardens at Rancho Cucamonga in Cucamonga, CA, is open for those who value a career built on kindness and a strong commitment to customer service.

Responsibilities

• Preparing all food items in a timely fashion.
• Visually inspecting all food to ensure readiness for proper plating.
• Maintaining kitchen sanitation according to safety standards.
• Always practicing correct food handling and food storage procedures.

Requirements

• A High School Diploma or GED.
• Culinary Training Certification or Degree in Culinary Arts.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in quality food preparation.
• The ability to obtain ServSafe Certification as required by local or state agencies (within 60 days).
• Flexibility with schedule and availability to work early morning and evening shifts as well as weekends and holiday.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Culinary Training Certification or Degree in Culinary Arts.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in quality food preparation.

Skills

• Highly competitive pay and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance).
• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Paid time off – 7 holidays, and 11 vacation days.
• Free daily meal every shift.
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting!
• Tuition reimbursement for career growth.
• Company-paid short & long-term disability insurance.
• Pet insurance and team member discounts.
• Advance Pay benefit – access wages before payday.
• A stable, growing company with opportunities for advancement!

Benefits

• Huge benefits package including free daily meal every shift.
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting!
• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tuition reimbursement for career growth.
• Pet insurance and team member discounts.
• Advance Pay benefit – access wages before payday.
• A stable, growing company with opportunities for advancement!

Pay

Actual pay rate within stated pay range is determined based on relevant factors in compliance with state and local wage laws. This range reflects what we reasonably expect to pay upon hire.

Schedule

This role requires frequent standing, walking, and manual handling of materials up to 50 lbs. Regular bending, lifting, and reaching are also part of daily responsibilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.