Cook

Job Description

Job Description

$23.30 - $27.30 per hour | Great benefits! Free Meals!

Era Living is seeking a full-time Cook to become the newest member of our Culinary Services team located in our University House Wallingford Community, Seattle, WA. Available shifts will be scheduled Wednesday - Saturday, 11:00AM to 7:30PM.

Competitive Compensation/Benefits Package Includes:

• Medical/vision/prescription drug plan

• Dental plan

• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance

• Flexible Spending Accounts for health care and dependent care

• 401(k) retirement plan with generous company match (eligibility contingent on age requirement)

• Progressive vacation package starting at 7 days per year

• 8 paid holidays per year; double pay for holidays worked

• 1 hour paid sick time for every 40 hours worked

• Employee Assistance Program

• Longevity bonuses

• Employee discount programs

• Pre-tax election commuter benefits

Primary Responsibilities:
The Cook will prepare meals in accordance with planned menus and recipes, ensuring that each resident has a memorable dining experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Culinary knowledge & ability to perform routine food service functions.

• Proven ability to follow recipe preparation instructions and specific culinary procedures

• Ability to distinguish smells, tastes and temperatures

• Ability to understand proper food storage procedures

• Ability to adhere to strict established cleanliness standards

• Ability to read, write and communicate in English

• Ability to pass DSHS background check, required

Education and Experience:

• Required:
  o First Aid and CPR certified or able to obtain within 30 days of hire
  o Food Handler’s Certificate or able to obtain within 14 days of hire

About Era Living:
If you are passionate about improving the quality of life for older adults and exemplify a values based approach to your work, demonstrating integrity, credibility, consistency, strong team orientation, and outstanding communication, we welcome your

Era Living was voted “2023/2024/2025/2026 Winner: Best in the Pacific Northwest – Senior Community” by the Seattle Times.

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