Cook

Location: Auburn, CA
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Salary Range: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour
Telecommute: Not Eligible

Comprehensive Benefits Package for Eligible Employees

Welcome to Mercy, where the mission meets you!

Are you a Cook with a heart for service and a passion for preparing nutritious, high-quality meals? Join the Sisters of Mercy, and be part of something extraordinary—caring for those who have spent their lives caring for others.

Why You’ll Love It Here:

• Make a meaningful impact through mission-driven hospitality.

• Create welcoming dining experiences for the Sisters you serve.

• Prepare nutritious, appealing meals that support well-being.

• Support special events, retreats, and catering.

• Work in an environment grounded in compassion, dignity, and respect.

• Access comprehensive benefits if eligible.

What You’ll Do:

• Prepare breakfast, lunch, and dinner according to menus, recipes, and dietary needs.

• Ensure meals are nutritious, appealing, and served safely.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen.

• Assist with inventory, food storage, and kitchen organization.

• Support special events, retreats, and catering as needed.

• Follow food safety, sanitation, and infection control standards.

• Provide friendly, respectful service to Sisters, guests, and coworkers.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Bring:

• High school diploma or GED.

• At least one year of professional cooking experience in a restaurant, healthcare, assisted living, or similar food service setting.

• Valid California Food Handler Card.

• Experience preparing meals from standardized recipes.

• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

• Strong teamwork, communication, and organizational skills.

• Commitment to providing respectful, compassionate service.

More Than a Role—It’s a Ministry of Care

At the Sisters of Mercy, our mission is rooted in compassion, dignity, and social justice. When you cook for our retired Sisters, you become part of a legacy of mercy and service.

Ready to Bring Your Whole Heart to Work?
If you’re looking for more than just a job—and want to make every shift meaningful—apply today. Let your compassion shine with the Sisters of Mercy. #SMA123