COOK (FULL TIME AND PART TIME)

Auburn, WA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Part-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $22.00 - $25.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Retirement Plan

Associate Shopping Program

Health and wellness programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet insurance

voluntary benefits

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance/AD

Disability insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee assistance program

flexible spending accounts

Job Description

Morrison Living is a leading provider in the hospitality industry, dedicated to delivering exceptional food service and culinary experiences across a variety of settings. As a member of Compass Group, one of the largest foodservice companies worldwide, Morrison Living prides itself on its commitment to quality, innovation, and service excellence. The company serves diverse communities including senior living facilities, healthcare, education, and corporate environments, ensuring every meal and interaction fosters comfort and care for those they serve.

Located at Wesley Homes Lea Hill in Auburn, Washington, Morrison Living is currently seeking motivated and skilled COOKs to join their team immediately. These full-time and part-time positions offer opportunities to work flexible schedules that may include mornings, evenings, weekends, and varying hours depending on service needs. Morrison Living values culinary professionals who are passionate about food preparation and eager to contribute to a supportive team environment focused on delivering high standards consistently. The pay range for these cook positions is competitive, from $22.00 to $25.00 per hour, complemented by sign-on bonuses of $250 for part-time hires and $500 for full-time hires.

The Cook role is essential in preparing food items in accordance with federal, state, and corporate food safety standards, while following established recipes and portion controls to maintain quality and consistency. Responsibilities span from food preparation and quality control to assisting with inventory management and kitchen cleanliness. The ideal candidate will have previous food preparation and cooking experience and a strong commitment to maintaining a clean and safe work environment. By joining Morrison Living, employees become part of a dynamic culinary team that focuses on creating memorable dining experiences, contributing to the well-being of residents, and supporting the broader mission of the company.

Team members at Morrison Living enjoy a vibrant work atmosphere where culinary creativity and hospitality excellence are highly valued. The company not only emphasizes customer satisfaction but also employee growth, providing opportunities for advancement within the organization. Benefits for associates include comprehensive health and wellness programs, retirement plans, and various insurance coverages, ensuring team members feel secure and supported both at work and in their personal lives. Overall, working with Morrison Living offers a rewarding career path for those passionate about food, community service, and hospitality excellence.

Job Requirements

high school diploma or equivalent
previous food prep and cooking experience preferred
ability to work full time or part time schedules including mornings, evenings and weekends
ability to follow food safety and sanitation guidelines
physical ability to perform kitchen duties
ability to communicate effectively in English
willingness to adhere to company policies and procedures
ability to stand for long periods and lift moderate weights

Job Qualifications

previous food preparation and cooking experience preferred
ability to follow standardized recipes and food safety procedures
excellent interpersonal and communication skills
ability to work flexible schedules including mornings, evenings, weekends
commitment to maintaining a safe and clean working environment
teamwork and collaboration skills
basic knife handling and kitchen equipment operation knowledge

Job Duties

prepares high-quality food items according to standardized recipes and instructions to meet production, delivery and service schedules
serves meals or prepares for delivery by using correct portioning, meeting outlined standards, ensuring that food is at the correct temperature and is attractive and tasty
tastes all prepared food items
uses established ticket collection procedures during service
responsible for records from area worked during service periods
cleans kitchen after preparation and serving, maintaining high standards of cleanliness
stores or discards excess food in accordance with safe food-handling procedures
keeps refrigerators and storerooms clean and neat
ensures food and supply items are stored per standards
operates and maintains kitchen equipment as instructed
assists in production planning, record keeping and reporting as required
assists in the ordering and receiving of all food and supplies as required
reports needed maintenance, faulty equipment or accidents to supervisor immediately
attends in-service and safety meetings
maintains good working relationships with coworkers, customers, administrators and managers
performs job safely while maintaining a clean, safe work environment
performs other duties as assigned
ensures proper presentation, portion control and maintenance of serving temperatures
follows HACCP standards
personal commitment to your own safety and that of others
abides by all company policies and procedures including but not limited to the use of medium weight cut gloves when handling knives, peelers, choppers, mandolins or cleaning a slicer
the use of oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers or steamtables
the use of slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques