Ensures proper preparation, portioning and serving of food according to standardized recipes and menus. You will use your prior experience with cutting tools, cookware and bakeware, combined with your knowledge of cooking procedures and methods of grilling, baking and boiling as a critical part of your role.Adheres to all sanitation and food safety standards. Maintains a clean kitchen.Prepares food in a timely manner at specified meal timesBrookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.PREPCOOK-DISHWASHERNO LATE NIGHTS.....STARTING AT $20.00 PER HOUR DEPENDING ON EXPEREIENCEWhat's the best part about working at the Meridian Boulder? \"Working with friends who like to have fun and put smiles on the faces of our residents!\" - from a current Brookdale Meridian Employee*Multiple Available Shifts: Day Shift / Evening Shift /Weekend Shift*Have great work/life balance and turn your passion into your profession in the kitchen*Free Meals with Every Shift*No Late NightsGREAT LocationGREAT Staff and Residents to Work withGREAT HoursGREAT Compensation and Benefits packageGREAT Opportunity for GrowthGREAT LeadershipPlease apply online or stop by to meet our Fantastic Dining Team!!NO LATE NIGHTS!!Early Access to Paycheck with Earned Wage Access is available for Hourly AssociatesMake Lives Better Including Your Own.If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us! Youll 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.Full Time Benefits EligibilityMedical, Dental, Vision insurance401(k)Associate assistance programEmployee discountsReferral programEarly access to earned wagesOptional voluntary benefits including ID theft protection and pet insurancePaid Time OffPaid holidaysCompany provided life insuranceAdoption benefitDisability (short and long term)Flexible Spending AccountsHealth Savings AccountOptional life and dependent life insuranceOptional voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity Insurance, and legal planTuition reimbursementBase pay in range will be determined by applicants skills and experience. Role is also eligible for team based bonus opportunities.Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply.Please note, Brookdale is committed to complying with all applicable laws and regulations regarding mandatory COVID-19 vaccination.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.The application window is anticipated to close within 30 days of the date of the posting.