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Mercy Retirement and Care Center - Part Time Cook

Oakland, CA

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Seniority: Mid level
Country: US
Work mode: On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly: 23 Sept 2026

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Location:

Mercy Retirement & Care Center 1

3431 Foothill Blvs 11

Oakland CA 94601 1

Mercy Retirement and Care Center

Oakland, CA

The shift for this part time role pays $22.00 to $24.00 and hour

Do you thrive in an environment where meaningful work happens every day? Do you want to make a difference in the lives of older adults?

Mercy Retirement & Care Center has been at the forefront of senior care for more than 150 years. Situated on our lush campus in Oakland, we provide assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation services to meet a variety of healthcare needs. We provide exceptional, person-centered care that enhances the quality of life for our residents.

Our Culture of Excellence is built on a foundation of respect, integrity, and a commitment to the well-being of both our residents and our team members. We foster a collaborative and supportive environment where innovation and compassion drive everything we do.

Our Cooks/Chefs:

Prepare assigned stations for shift.
Under direction of lead cook/sous chef, prepare individual components of various entrees and food items, adhering to the individual dietary restrictions of residents.
Maintain kitchen food safety and sanitary food handling in compliance with State, Federal, and DSHS regulations.
Perform other duties as assigned

What you need to succeed!

At least 18 years of age.
Prior experience as a cook/sous chef/grill cook (1-2 years preferred).
Ability to prepare high quality food for our residents.
Flexibility with schedule may be required, with the occasional need to work Saturdays/Sundays, and other days/shifts as needed.
Ability to maintain professional relationships with food and equipment venders as needed.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work with staff and residents.
Ability to prepare therapeutic/modified diets.
CPR and first aid training may be required per state/local guidelines.
Successful completion of recognized food safety course, as required by state/local guidelines.
Completion of background check, drug screen, and/or pre-employment tasks such as fingerprint and physical may be required in certain locations state/local requirements.