Cook FT/PT

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

• No late nights required.
• Opportunities for advancement in positions such as Lead Cooks, Sous Chefs and Managers of Dining Services.
• Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by employment status.
• Part and Full Time Benefits Eligibility includes 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 includes 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 base pay in range will be determined by applicant’s skills and experience.
• Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply.
• To support associates in becoming a U.S. citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.

Qualifications

• No specified education level required.
• Experience with cutting tools, cookware and bakeware, combined with knowledge of cooking procedures and methods of grilling, baking and boiling is a must.
• Knowledge of sanitation and food safety standards is essential.

Skills

• Proficiency with cutting tools, cookware and bakeware.
• Knowledge of cooking procedures and methods of grilling, baking and boiling.
• Strong attention to detail and adherence to sanitation and food safety standards.

Benefits

• Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans.
• 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.
• 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

• Part and Full Time Schedules available.

About Us

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.