Merril Gardens

Prep Cook

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $21.65 - $29.24
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
flexible spending accounts
Life insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee assistance program
FREE daily meal
401(k) with Company Match
Tuition Reimbursement
short-term disability insurance
long-term disability insurance
Pet insurance
Advance Pay benefit
Opportunities for advancement

Job Description

Merrill Gardens at Burien is a distinguished senior living community committed to creating an environment where seniors experience the highest quality of life, dignity, and individual attention. As a company with a rich heritage rooted in being a fifth-generation family business, Merrill Gardens has been fostering connections and building communities for over 30 years. This legacy is reflected in their unwavering commitment to the well-being and respect of each resident, along with an exceptional dedication to their team members. With a focus on supporting seniors on their wellness journeys, the community emphasizes personalized care, nutritious meals, and a warm, family-oriented... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Minimum 5 years experience in food preparation
  • Experience in scratch cooking in a high volume, fine dining setting
  • Proficiency in computer skills including MS Outlook and Word
  • At least 1 year previous experience in food preparation
  • Ability to frequently stand, walk, bend, lift up to 50 pounds, and reach
  • Ability to follow food safety and sanitation standards
  • Ability to work full-time or part-time as required

Job Qualifications

  • A 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 and Word
  • At least 1 year previous dining experience in food preparation
  • High school diploma or GED required
  • College degree or equivalent preferred

Job Duties

  • Assists in preparing all food items following production amounts, proper recipes, and procedures
  • Ensures all food items are prepared in a timely fashion
  • Uses batch-cooking and cook to order where appropriate to ensure a fresh product
  • Prepares all food products to ensure the highest level of food safety and preserve nutrients
  • Attends all regularly scheduled dining services meetings and in-service trainings
  • Maintains kitchen sanitation and safety standards including cleaning and sanitizing work areas and equipment before and after use
  • Practices proper food handling and storage procedures
  • Maintains documentation of temperature charts and records as per company policy
  • Completes assigned cleaning to ensure sanitary standards are met

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Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

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