Cook Jobs

$22 - $26 per hour | $1,000 New Hire Bonus! Free Meals!

Era Living is seeking a part-time Cook to become the newest member of our Culinary Services team located in our Aljoya Mercer Island Community, Mercer Island, WA. Available shifts will be scheduled 11:30am - 08:30pm, for the weekend mostly than the week days.

Competitive Compensation/Benefits Package Includes:
401(k) retirement plan with generous company match (eligibility contingent on age requirement)
1 hour vacation for every 37.15 hours paid to start
Double pay for holidays worked
1 hour paid sick time for every 40 hours worked
Employee Assistance Program
Longevity bonuses
Employee discount programs
Discounted ORCA commuter pass

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:

• Ability to pass DSHS background check, required
• Proven ability to follow recipe preparation instructions and specific culinary procedures
• Ability to adhere to strict established cleanliness standards
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English
• Culinary knowledge & ability to perform routine food service functions.
• Ability to understand proper food storage procedures
• Ability to distinguish smells, tastes and temperatures

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
• Prior kitchen experience required; experience in a restaurant or catering environment preferred.

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 application!

Era Living has been voted #4 Best Place to Work in Seattle 2017 (CityVoter’s) and Top 5 BEST Places to Work in 2014 & 2015 (King5 Best of Western Washington!).