Full Time Cook (Evening)
About The Position
Join Silverado Newport Mesa, a memory care innovator ranked in the top 10 nationwide by Fortune Magazine Best Workplaces in Aging Services. Since 1997, Silverado has delivered exceptional care to individuals with neurodegenerative conditions. We’re a certified Great Place to Work® and proud to offer competitive pay, benefits, and growth opportunities. We’re hiring Cooks - skilled culinary professionals who help create nourishing, delicious meals that support the health and happiness of our residents. This role blends food preparation, creativity, and a heart for hospitality. Be a difference-maker with a memory care leader! You lead with care, consistency, and integrity. You’re dependable, eager to learn, and thrive in a team-focused environment. You’re passionate about supporting others with respect and compassion.
Requirements
- High school diploma, GED or educational equivalent required
- Minimum 1 year of experience in food preparation and cooking (grilling, sautéing, broiling, frying, baking)
- Food Handlers Certificate from the County Department of Environmental Health
- Knowledge of food safety regulations
- Effective communicator in verbal and written English
- Ability to read and follow menus and recipes, including substitutions
- Willingness to work with individuals with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia
- Active role: walking, bending, lifting (up to 50 lbs.)
- Reliable transportation to meet attendance and punctuality standards
- Comfortable working around animals and pets
Responsibilities
- Prepare and serve meals for residents in accordance with dietary needs
- Ensure accuracy, quality, presentation, and timeliness of food items
- Modify meals as directed to meet individual nutritional requirements
- Maintain cleanliness and safety standards in the kitchen
- Perform other duties as needed to support the culinary team
Benefits
- 401(k) matching
- Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Pet Insurance
- Auto and Home Insurance
- Discount Programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
