Cook

The Pines of Mount Lebanon • Pittsburgh, PA

53d • Onsite

About The Position

Join Our Culinary Team at The Pines of Mount Lebanon! Are you a passionate culinary professional ready to trade the chaotic, late-night grind of traditional restaurant work for a stable, fulfilling career? The Pines of Mount Lebanon , a premier personal care and memory care senior living community , is seeking a dedicated Part-Time Cook to join our compassionate team. This is a fantastic opportunity to use your skills to make a direct, positive impact on the lives of our residents. Enjoy a stable, rotating schedule and say goodbye to late-night shifts! Shift Details & Flexibility We are looking for a reliable team player to fill a Part-Time role with rotating shifts. This schedule is perfect for those seeking work-life balance while staying active in a professional kitchen. Rotating Shifts: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM and 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM Weekend Commitment: Every other weekend is required. The Perk: Our latest shift ends at 7:00 PM—you get your evenings back! What You’ll Do Craft Quality Meals: Prepare and cook delicious, appealing meals following set menus while ensuring dietary needs (low-sodium, diabetic, mechanical soft) are met. Maintain Excellence: Uphold the highest standards of sanitation and organization, following all local and state health codes. Manage Resources: Assist with inventory, minimize food waste, and ensure the kitchen runs efficiently. Collaborate: Work alongside our Dining Services team to provide a warm, resident-focused dining experience. What You’ll Bring Experience: Proven background as a Cook (high-volume, institutional, or healthcare experience is a plus). Technical Skill: Strong knowledge of kitchen equipment, food prep, and safety principles. Precision: Ability to follow and scale standardized recipes accurately. Character: A positive, compassionate attitude with a genuine desire to serve the senior population. Reliability: Punctuality is essential to ensure our residents receive their meals on time. Mandatory Requirements To ensure the safety and trust of our residents, all applicants must: Pass Screenings: Be willing to undergo a criminal background check and pre-employment drug test. Commit to the Schedule: Must be able to work the rotating shifts and the required every-other-weekend rotation. Be Dependable: Reliable transportation and consistent attendance are a must. Why Choose The Pines? Meaningful Impact: Cook for a consistent community where you can build relationships and see the joy your food brings. Professional Growth: Work in a supportive, professional environment dedicated to exceptional service. Competitive Pay: We offer competitive wages for our part-time team members. Ready to make a change? If you are a talented Cook looking for a stable, rewarding role with a great schedule, we want to hear from you! The Pines of Mount Lebanon is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Requirements

• Proven background as a Cook (high-volume, institutional, or healthcare experience is a plus).
• Strong knowledge of kitchen equipment, food prep, and safety principles.
• Ability to follow and scale standardized recipes accurately.
• A positive, compassionate attitude with a genuine desire to serve the senior population.
• Punctuality is essential to ensure our residents receive their meals on time.
• Be willing to undergo a criminal background check and pre-employment drug test.
• Must be able to work the rotating shifts and the required every-other-weekend rotation.
• Reliable transportation and consistent attendance are a must.

Nice To Haves

• high-volume, institutional, or healthcare experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook delicious, appealing meals following set menus while ensuring dietary needs (low-sodium, diabetic, mechanical soft) are met.
• Uphold the highest standards of sanitation and organization, following all local and state health codes.
• Assist with inventory, minimize food waste, and ensure the kitchen runs efficiently.
• Work alongside our Dining Services team to provide a warm, resident-focused dining experience.

Benefits

• Meaningful Impact: Cook for a consistent community where you can build relationships and see the joy your food brings.
• Professional Growth: Work in a supportive, professional environment dedicated to exceptional service.
• Competitive Pay: We offer competitive wages for our part-time team members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed