Ensures proper preparation, portioning and serving of food according to standardized recipes and menus. You will use your prior experience with cutting tools, cookware and bakeware, combined with your knowledge of cooking procedures and methods of grilling, baking and boiling as a critical part of your role.Adheres to all sanitation and food safety standards. Maintains a clean kitchen.Prepares food in a timely manner at specified meal timesBrookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for DiversityNo Late Nights!Grow your career with Brookdale! Our Cooks have the option to explore exciting opportunities for advancement on their culinary career path.** ServSAFE Food Protection Manager Certification is a Plus! **Brookdale is a GREAT place to GROW your career!Ourmission is to enrichthe lives of those we servewith compassion, respect, excellence, and integrity.Tuition reimbursement program available.Want to become a Cook? Wed love to help you achieve that goal!Full Time Benefits EligibilityMedical, Dental, Vision insurance401(k)Associate assistance programEmployee discountsReferral programEarly access to earned wages for hourly associates (outside of CA)Optional voluntary benefits including ID theft protection and pet insurancePaid Time OffPaid holidaysCompany provided life insuranceAdoption benefitDisability (short and long term)Flexible Spending AccountsHealth Savings AccountOptional life and dependent life insuranceOptional voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity Insurance, and legal planBase pay in range will be determined by applicants skills and experience. Role is also eligible for team based bonus opportunities. Temporary associates are not benefits eligible but may participate in the companys 401(k) program.Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. To support our associates in their journey to become a U.S. citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.The application window is anticipated to close within 30 days of the date of the posting.