Job description

COOK – Grow your career with Merrill Gardens!

Merrill Gardens, a privately-owned family company with a proud history of success is currently hiring a Cook at Merrill Gardens at Willow Glen in San Jose, California. Apply now to join one of the most respected senior living operators in the country!

Protecting the health and safety of our residents and team members is a top priority! Access to COVID-19 vaccines is available and is required for all of our team members.*

Yes You Can have a meaningful Career!
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We offer our employees:

• Highly competitive pay and benefits!
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid vacation, holidays, and more!
• Most evenings off! Our kitchen closes at 7:00! You'll be done by 8:00!
• Daily complimentary meals!
• A rapidly growing company with opportunities for advancement!
• Company sponsored training!

If you are someone with:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Culinary Training Certification or Degree in Culinary Arts, preferred
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in quality food preparation
• The ability to obtain ServSafe Certification as required by local or state agencies (within 60 days)
• Flexibility with schedule and availability to work early morning and evening shifts as well as weekends and holidays

We want to talk with you!

Consider applying to become a Cook with Merrill Gardens!

Our Cooks are responsible for:

• Preparing all food items in a timely fashion.
• Visually inspecting all food to ensure readiness for proper plating.
• Maintaining kitchen sanitation according to safety standards.
• Practicing correct food handling and food storage procedures at all times.

We are proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work two years in a row 2018 and 2019 - ranked in the top tier in the country for exceptional workplaces!
http://fortune.com/2018/09/27/best-workplaces-for-aging-services-2018/
https://fortune.com/2019/08/22/best-workplaces-for-aging-services-2019/

Merrill Gardens was recognized as 2016 Family Business of the Year!

Our mission is to provide an inspiring environment for our residents, families, and team members where every life is defined by the possibilities.

If you are a team focused individual with a deep commitment to customer service, please start the online application process to become part of the Merrill family!

Merrill Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer

*Requests for Religious or Medical exemptions are available upon request.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $19.35 - $23.31 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 2 years

Restaurant type:

• Casual dining restaurant

Shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift

Weekly day range:

• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• San Jose, CA 95126: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Restaurant experience: 2 years (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Required)
• Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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