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Ivy Park at Lake Merritt is a premier senior living community managed by Oakmont Management Group, located on a beautifully landscaped campus that provides exceptional quality, comfort, and care with five-star services and amenities. The community is dedicated to fostering a rewarding lifestyle where residents receive individualized comprehensive support that promotes continuing independence. Our commitment is to delivering meaningful lifestyles and relationships among residents, their families, and team members through a strong culture built on values of authenticity, teamwork, compassion, commitment, and resilience.

We are currently seeking talented cooks to join our culinary team in a full scratch kitchen environment. This full-time position operates from 11am to 7pm with a flexible schedule and a competitive pay range between $18.50 and $19.50 per hour. The role is perfect for culinary professionals who are passionate about cooking with fresh, high-quality local ingredients and enjoy creating exceptional food experiences for seniors in a highly interactive and personal atmosphere.

At Ivy Park at Lake Merritt, we boast state-of-the-art kitchens known as "Chefs Playgrounds," equipped with the latest culinary technology and tools. Our culinary teams craft seasonal menus that set the standard in the industry, focusing on fresh, flavorful dishes made from scratch. We value culinary rock stars who love to cook and are eager to grow within a forward-thinking, supportive environment. This role is ideal for individuals who thrive on building personal connections with residents and guests, enjoy collaborative teamwork, and are motivated to embrace changes within the food service industry.

As part of Oakmont Management Group, we operate with a culture that emphasizes joy, laughter, and meaningful relationships while holding ourselves to the highest excellence in hospitality and care. We look for driven, competitive, and focused individuals passionate about hospitality who also desire flexible and contemporary work environments. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a company committed to both employee development and delivering outstanding culinary experiences to seniors.

We invite culinary professionals with experience working in full scratch kitchen or restaurant settings to apply. Ideal candidates have two to five years of experience on fast-paced line stations or prep cook positions, the ability to execute flawless dishes efficiently, and excellent communication skills with a friendly demeanor. Passion for service, a strong work ethic, and a dedication to creating exceptional food experiences are essential. Candidates must also pass background checks and health screenings, including physical and TB tests, and comply with health and safety protocols related to COVID-19 and other communicable diseases as mandated by regulations.

Oakmont Management Group is a recognized leader in senior living, managing a portfolio of communities throughout California, Nevada, and Hawaii. We pride ourselves on creating family-like atmospheres where caring and meaningful relationships form the foundation of a rewarding life for both residents and team members. If you are looking to carve your own future in a supportive, innovative culinary environment, Ivy Park at Lake Merritt might be the perfect fit for you.