Merrill Gardens
Luxury Senior Living Cook
Join Merrill Gardens as a senior living cook. This role emphasizes compassionate service and culinary excellence for our senior residents in a high‑volume, fine‑dining environment.
Base Pay Range $20.50/hr - $33.00/hr
About the Role We are seeking a dedicated cook to support residents within our beautiful, family‑rooted community. Your work will help create an atmosphere that values individuality, dignity, and wellbeing.
Benefits (Full‑time)
Highly competitive pay and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance)
Company‑paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid time off – 7 holidays, 11 vacation days
Free daily meal every shift
401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
Tuition reimbursement for career growth
Company‑paid short‑ and long‑term disability insurance
Pet insurance and team member discounts
Advance Pay benefit – access wages before payday
Stable, growing company with advancement opportunities
Benefits (Part‑time)
Free daily meal every shift
401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
Company‑paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Tuition reimbursement for career growth
Pet insurance and team member discounts
Advance Pay benefit – access wages before payday
Stable, growing company with advancement opportunities
Responsibilities
Assist in preparing all food items according to production amounts, proper recipes, and kitchen procedures.
Ensure food items are prepared in a timely fashion using batch‑cooking and cook‑to‑order techniques.
Prepare food products in a manner that upholds the highest level of food safety and preserves nutrients to meet residents’ dietary requirements.
Attend all scheduled dining service meetings and in‑service trainings.
Maintain kitchen sanitation and safety standards, including cleaning and sanitizing all work areas and equipment.
Practice proper food handling and storage procedures in accordance with Merrill Gardens and state food safety guidelines.
Maintain accurate temperature charts and records as per company policy and procedure.
Complete assigned cleaning tasks to ensure compliance with sanitary standards.
Qualifications
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in quality food preparation.
Experience in scratch cooking in a high‑volume, fine‑dining setting.
Proficiency in computer skills, including MS Outlook, Word, etc.
1‑year previous dining experience in food preparation.
High school diploma required or GED; college degree or equivalent preferred.
Physical Requirements This role requires frequent standing, walking, and manual handling of materials up to 50 lbs. Regular bending, lifting, and reaching are also part of daily responsibilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Mission & Opportunity Our mission is to provide an inspiring environment for our residents, families, and team members where every life is defined by the possibilities. Consider applying to become a Cook with the Merrill Family of Senior Living Communities! Yes, you can have a meaningful career.
Actual pay rate within the stated pay range is determined based on relevant factors in compliance with state and local wage laws.
Merrill Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Base Pay Range $20.50/hr - $33.00/hr
About the Role We are seeking a dedicated cook to support residents within our beautiful, family‑rooted community. Your work will help create an atmosphere that values individuality, dignity, and wellbeing.
Benefits (Full‑time)
Highly competitive pay and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance)
Company‑paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid time off – 7 holidays, 11 vacation days
Free daily meal every shift
401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
Tuition reimbursement for career growth
Company‑paid short‑ and long‑term disability insurance
Pet insurance and team member discounts
Advance Pay benefit – access wages before payday
Stable, growing company with advancement opportunities
Benefits (Part‑time)
Free daily meal every shift
401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
Company‑paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Tuition reimbursement for career growth
Pet insurance and team member discounts
Advance Pay benefit – access wages before payday
Stable, growing company with advancement opportunities
Responsibilities
Assist in preparing all food items according to production amounts, proper recipes, and kitchen procedures.
Ensure food items are prepared in a timely fashion using batch‑cooking and cook‑to‑order techniques.
Prepare food products in a manner that upholds the highest level of food safety and preserves nutrients to meet residents’ dietary requirements.
Attend all scheduled dining service meetings and in‑service trainings.
Maintain kitchen sanitation and safety standards, including cleaning and sanitizing all work areas and equipment.
Practice proper food handling and storage procedures in accordance with Merrill Gardens and state food safety guidelines.
Maintain accurate temperature charts and records as per company policy and procedure.
Complete assigned cleaning tasks to ensure compliance with sanitary standards.
Qualifications
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in quality food preparation.
Experience in scratch cooking in a high‑volume, fine‑dining setting.
Proficiency in computer skills, including MS Outlook, Word, etc.
1‑year previous dining experience in food preparation.
High school diploma required or GED; college degree or equivalent preferred.
Physical Requirements This role requires frequent standing, walking, and manual handling of materials up to 50 lbs. Regular bending, lifting, and reaching are also part of daily responsibilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Mission & Opportunity Our mission is to provide an inspiring environment for our residents, families, and team members where every life is defined by the possibilities. Consider applying to become a Cook with the Merrill Family of Senior Living Communities! Yes, you can have a meaningful career.
Actual pay rate within the stated pay range is determined based on relevant factors in compliance with state and local wage laws.
Merrill Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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