Cook

Brookdale Senior Living Inc. • Stanwood, WA

31d • $21 - $31 • Onsite

About The Position

Brookdale is seeking a Cook to join their team. This role offers opportunities for career advancement into positions such as Sous Chefs and Managers of Dining Services. Brookdale emphasizes making lives better, including those of their employees, by providing opportunities for professional development and wellness programs. They are recognized as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025. Brookdale is a nationwide company with 589 communities as of November 30, 2025, offering extensive corporate support and a robust training program.

Requirements

• Previous cooking experience.
• Knowledge of food preparation techniques and sanitation standards.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong communication skills.
• Must be able to work without late nights.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a healthcare or senior living setting.
• Culinary certifications.
• Experience with diverse dietary needs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food according to recipes and established standards.
• Ensure food quality and presentation meet Brookdale's standards.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment.
• Adhere to all food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Assist with inventory management and food ordering as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance (eligibility varies by employment status)
• 401(k) (including for temporary associates)
• 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 (Full Time Only)
• Paid holidays (Full Time Only)
• Company provided life insurance (Full Time Only)
• Adoption benefit (Full Time Only)
• Disability (short and long term) (Full Time Only)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Full Time Only)
• Health Savings Account (Full Time Only)
• Optional life and dependent life insurance (Full Time Only)
• Optional voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity Insurance, and legal plan (Full Time Only)
• Tuition reimbursement (Full Time Only)
• Advancement opportunities
• Professional development
• Wellness programs
• Support for naturalization fees (up to $725 for qualified associates after one year of employment)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed