Voted by Newsweek in 2024 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity, Brookdale offers an opportunity to grow your career with a supportive environment. Our Cooks have the option to explore exciting advancement opportunities into positions such as Lead Cooks, Sous Chefs, and Managers of Dining Services. You’ll earn more than a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through professional development, as well as ongoing programs catered to your overall health and wellness.

To support our associates in their journey to become a U.S. citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.

Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

Salary Range Information: $14.97 - $18.71 / hour.

• Full suite of health insurance.
• Life insurance and retirement plans.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Pet Insurance.
• Adoption Reimbursement Benefits.
• Variety of Associate Discounts.
• Early Access to Paycheck with Earned Wage Access (for hourly associates outside of CA).

• Experience with cutting tools, cookware, and bakeware.
• Knowledge of cooking procedures and methods (grilling, baking, boiling).
• Ability to adhere to sanitation and food safety standards.
• Timely preparation of food at specified meal times.