Cook Aqua Ridge Senior Living - 1.0 Montclair, CA Job Details Full-time $18 - $19 an hour 13 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Kitchen health and safety standards Food service health code compliance English Food Handler Certification Full Job Description The Cook Role Aqua Ridge Senior Living is hiring a full-time Cook (PM/afternoon) in Montclair, CA to help deliver flavorful, nourishing meals that support resident well-being. This entry-level Cook role is ideal for new cooks who want steady volume-prep experience and clear standards. Key responsibilities include preparing attractive, great-tasting meals; following special diets per MD orders; serving meals on schedule; spotting menu issues and making appropriate corrections; and ensuring menu changes are approved by the Culinary Director. You'll keep the kitchen clean and sanitary, label/date/store and rotate food correctly, document temperatures, help with inventory and ordering, and support dining room service, room-service trays, dishes, and cleanup.

Qualifications:

Must be 18; criminal record clearance; physical/drug screening; TB test Current state/county Food Handler's Permit Experience with volume cooking and safe food handling/storage English communication skills; adaptable to routine changes Able to lift 50 lbs; push/pull/carry up to 30 lbs; frequent standing/walking Apply today to grow your Cook skills in a resident-focused kitchen. What You'll Get Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage; 401(k); Life Insurance; Competitive Salary ($18.00-$19.00/hr); Paid Time Off; and Paid Meals. Your PM Shift You'll come in for the afternoon flow: checking the day's plan, confirming any approved menu updates, and getting your station set for smooth service. As the dining room fills, you'll stay organized and calm, keeping an eye on timing and presentation so plates go out when they should. After service, you'll connect with residents to see what they enjoyed and what could be better next time. The later part of the shift is about finishing strong—logging temps, putting deliveries away in the right spots, rotating items, and resetting a clean, orderly kitchen for the next team.