Cook/Health Center Dinner Chef (South Hill Campus)

Rockwood South Hill is seeking for a talented and passionate Cook to join our Food Service team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in fine dining with experience in kitchen management and supervising staff. This role requires creativity, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering exceptional food service in a fast-paced environment. As a Cook, you will be responsible for overseeing kitchen operations, menu development, and ensuring the highest standards of food quality and presentation for a pleasurable dining experience for our residents, their families, and our team members.

Pay Range: $20.91- $23.06 per hour

Shift Type: Full-time: Sunday-Thursday (10:45 AM – 7:15 PM)

Responsibilities:

  • Cooks food in quantities according to the menu and number of persons to be served.
  • Plans menu, taking advantage of foods in season and local availability.
  • May serve meals.
  • Prepare various foods depending on menu created by dietitians, for each meal of the day.
  • Operate kitchen equipment in preparation for meals.
  • Required to clean work surfaces following shift: sweep floors, wipe down counter space, cover and store unused foods.
  • Able to create meals that are appropriate for the elderly and in large quantities.
  • Able to work at a constant pace to ensure the food is ready for each meal of the day.

Requirements:

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Current Washington State food handlers permit
  • 2-3 years food service or restaurant experience required
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds
  • Comfortable standing, stopping, squatting, twisting, and moving frequently
  • Ability to pass a food service sanitation course
  • Familiarity with general kitchen equipment and appliances
  • Strong working knowledge of food preparation techniques, cooking methods, and safety and sanitation practices
  • Ability to read, comprehend, and follow recipes

Benefits:

All employees regularly scheduled to work at least 30 hours a week and completed our waiting period are eligible for the following benefits:

  • Medical/Dental/Vision & TruHear Insurance
  • Paid Sick Leave and Vacation – available after 90-days of service
  • 6 Paid Holidays and 2 Personal days per calendar year after 90-days of service
  • Holiday pay
  • Flex Spending Accounts
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 403(B) with match and no waiting period to begin deferrals
  • Group Life Insurance & AD&D
  • Voluntary Life Insurance & AD&D
  • Critical Illness
  • Critical Accident
  • Identity Theft Protection Assistance
  • Pet Insurance
  • Jury Duty, Bereavement Leave, Pet Bereavement, Personal Leave, Family Leave, and Military Leave

Additional perks include:

  • Free soup and discounted meal prices
  • Food Pantry, Free/Discreet
  • Employee Financial Assistance Fund (Rockwood Residents’ Foundation Benefits)
  • Continuing Education Scholarships (Rockwood Residents’ Foundation Benefits)
  • Sponsorship opportunities for Nursing Assistant Certification
  • Employee Bus Pass Program – Deep discount
  • Free Fitness Center access for employees and a guest on campus
  • Employee Health and Wellness Program [participation results in discounted monthly insurance premiums]
  • Payroll deductions for coffee and meals at our restaurants
  • Ability to purchase discounted Premiere Movie Passes
  • Employee Appreciation Events
  • Years of Service Celebrations and Awards
  • Referral Programs
  • Free Flu Shot
  • Free Hepatitis B Vaccine
  • Free parking
  • Open Door Philosophy
  • Encourage and support promotions from within
  • On demand pay accessible as soon as you earn it through hours worked

Environment: Fair, fun, kind, caring, safe, diverse, family-like atmosphere, collaborative. Join our team and bring your culinary expertise to create memorable dining experiences.

Dining Service Associate (South Hill Campus)

Rockwood South Hill is looking for a dependable individual who enjoys working as part of a team to join our Food Services Department as a Dining Service Associate. We are seeking to fill a position that is designed to set you up for a long-term and rewarding kitchen career. This position ensures that our Health Center areas are well stocked with food, beverages and other supplies at all times.

Pay Range: $18.00 – $18.82 per hour

Shift Type: Full-time: Tuesday-Saturday (11:30am to 8:00pm)

Responsibilities:

  • Stock food, beverages and supplies in the Health Center areas
  • Receive and organize delivery orders
  • Clean kitchen equipment
  • Check expiration dates on food items
  • Retrieve dish carts from the Health Center after meals
  • Provide customer service to residents

Required Skills and Experience:

  • 18 years or older
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Current Washington food handler card
  • M.A.S.T. permit
  • Strong written and verbal communications skills in English
  • Organized and detail oriented
  • Regularly required to lift and/or move items up to 30 pounds
  • Positive and friendly attitude

Benefits:
All employees regularly scheduled to work at least 30 hours a week, and have completed our waiting period of employment are eligible for the following benefits:

  • Medical/Dental/Vision & TruHear Insurance
  • Paid Sick Leave and Vacation – available after 90-days of service
  • 6 Paid Holidays and 2 Personal Holidays per calendar year after 90-days of service
  • Holiday pay
  • Flex Spending Accounts
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 403(B) with match and no waiting period to begin deferrals
  • Group Life Insurance & AD&D
  • Voluntary Life Insurance & AD&D
  • Critical Illness
  • Critical Accident
  • Identity Theft Protection Assistance
  • Pet Insurance
  • Jury Duty, Bereavement Leave, Pet Bereavement, Personal Leave, Family Leave, and Military Leave

Additional perks include:

  • Free soup and discounted meal prices
  • Food Pantry, Free/Discreet
  • Employee Financial Assistance Fund (Rockwood Residents’ Foundation Benefits)
  • Continuing Education Scholarships (Rockwood Residents’ Foundation Benefits)
  • Job Shadowing opportunities
  • Sponsorship opportunities for Nursing Assistant Certification
  • Employee Bus Pass Program – Deep discount
  • Free Fitness Center access for employees and a guest on campus
  • Employee Health and Wellness Program [participation results in discounted monthly insurance premiums
  • Payroll deductions for coffee and meals at our restaurants
  • Ability to purchase discounted Premiere Movie Passes
  • Employee Appreciation Events
  • Years of Service Celebrations and Awards
  • Referral Programs
  • Free Flu Shot
  • Free Hepatitis B Vaccine
  • Free parking
  • Open Door Philosophy
  • Encourage and support promotions from within
  • On demand pay accessible as soon as you earn it through hours worked

Environment: Fair, fun, kind, caring, safe, diverse, family-like atmosphere, collaborative

Server

Rockwood Retirement Communities is looking for a motivated and experienced individual to join our team as a Server at our Whitworth campus. This individual will provide great customer service to residents, families, and team members.

Pay Range: $18 – $18.82 per hour

Shift:  Part-time (4 – 7:30 PM)

Responsibilities

  • Prepare or serve hot or cold beverages, such as coffee, espresso drinks, blended coffees, or teas
  • Check temperatures of freezers, refrigerators, or heating equipment to ensure the proper functioning
  • Take and process guests’ orders in a timely fashion
  • Able to maintain a clean and orderly station
  • Memorize menus and modifiers for on-demand recitation
  • Up-sell desserts and drinks as appropriate for individual guests and parties
  • Manage large groups quickly and efficiently through attentive service and precise order taking
  • Order, receive, or stock supplies or retail products
  • Serve prepared foods, such as muffins, biscotti, or bagels

Required Skills and Experience

  • 1+ year wait staff/serving experience and/or barista experience
  • Excellent customer service
  • Current Washington State Food Handler permit
  • MAST training within 60 days of employment
  • Comfort with POS computer system

Benefits
All employees regularly scheduled to work at least 30 hours a week and have completed our waiting period of employment are eligible for the following benefits:

  • Medical/Dental/Vision & TruHear Insurance
  • Paid Sick Leave and Vacation – available after 90 days of service
  • 6 Paid Holidays and 2 Personal Holidays per calendar year after 90 days of service
  • Holiday pay
  • Flex Spending Accounts
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 403(b) with match and no waiting period to begin deferrals
  • Group Life Insurance & AD&D
  • Voluntary Life Insurance & AD&D
  • Critical Illness
  • Critical Accident
  • Identity Theft Protection Assistance
  • Pet Insurance
  • Jury Duty, Bereavement Leave, Pet Bereavement, Personal Leave, Family Leave, and Military Leave

Additional perks include:

  • Free soup and discounted meal prices
  • Employee Financial Assistance Fund (Rockwood Residents’ Foundation Benefits)
  • Continuing Education Scholarships (Rockwood Residents’ Foundation Benefits)
  • Sponsorship opportunities for Nursing Assistant Certification
  • Employee Bus Pass Program – Deep discount
  • Free Fitness Center access for employees and a guest on campus
  • Employee Health and Wellness Program [participation results in discounted monthly insurance premiums]
  • Payroll deductions for coffee and meals at our restaurants
  • Ability to purchase discounted Premiere Movie Passes
  • Employee Appreciation Events
  • Years of Service Celebrations and Awards
  • Referral Programs
  • Free Flu Shot
  • Free Hepatitis B Vaccine
  • Free parking
  • Open Door Philosophy
  • Encourage and support promotions from within
  • On demand pay accessible as soon as you earn it through hours worked

Environment: Fair, fun, kind, caring, safe, diverse, family-like atmosphere, collaborative

Dishwasher and Dishwasher/Stocker (South Hill Campus)

Rockwood Retirement Communities is hiring a Dishwasher and a Dishwasher/Stocker for our Rockwood South Hill campus.

Pay Range: $18.00 – $18.82 per hour

Shift Type:

1x – Full-time Dishwasher/Stocker: Sunday/Wednesday (4pm-9pm), Monday/Tuesday/Thursday (7am-3:30pm)

1x – Full-time Dishwasher: Saturday/Sunday (6am-2:30pm), Wednesday/Thursday/Friday (7am-3:30pm)

Responsibilities:

  • Operate the industrial dishwasher
  • Wash and put away dishes from all dining rooms, ensuring items are clean and sanitary
  • The position also delivers and retrieves food carts and other items
  • Empty and clean all trash receptacles
  • Follow sanitation policies at all times
  • Provide assistance to prep cook and other kitchen staff as needed, especially during peak times
  • Perform opening, closing, and side work

Required Skills and Experience:

  • Obtain and hold state-required Food Handlers Card
  • Ability to stand for extended periods of time
  • Continuous bending, reaching, twisting, and use of hands and arms
  • Flexible schedule, including availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
  • Must enjoy working with the senior population

Benefits:

All employees regularly scheduled to work at least 30 hours a week and have completed our waiting period of employment are eligible for the following benefits:

  • Medical/Dental/Vision & TruHear Insurance
  • Paid Sick Leave and Vacation – available after 90 days of service
  • 6 Paid Holidays and 2 Personal Holidays per calendar year after 90 days of service
  • Holiday pay
  • Flex Spending Accounts
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 403(b) with match and no waiting period to begin deferrals
  • Group Life Insurance & AD&D
  • Voluntary Life Insurance & AD&D
  • Critical Illness
  • Critical Accident
  • Identity Theft Protection Assistance
  • Pet Insurance
  • Jury Duty, Bereavement Leave, Pet Bereavement, Personal Leave, Family Leave and Military Leave

Additional perks include:

  • Free soup and discounted meal prices
  • Employee Financial Assistance Fund (Rockwood Residents’ Foundation Benefits)
  • Continuing Education Scholarships (Rockwood Residents’ Foundation Benefits)
  • Sponsorship opportunities for Nursing Assistant Certification
  • Employee Bus Pass Program – Deep discount
  • Free Fitness Center access for employees and a guest on campus
  • Employee Health and Wellness Program [participation results in discounted monthly insurance premiums]
  • Payroll deductions for coffee and meals at our restaurants
  • Ability to purchase discounted Premiere Movie Passes
  • Employee Appreciation Events
  • Years of Service Celebrations and Awards
  • Free Hepatitis B Vaccine
  • Free parking
  • Encourage and support promotions from within
  • On demand pay accessible as soon as you earn it through hours worked

Environment: Fair, fun, kind, caring, safe, diverse, family-like atmosphere, collaborative

Dining Room Supervisor

Rockwood at Whitworth is looking for a friendly, cheerful, experienced individual to join our team as a Dining Room Supervisor. This individual will provide great customer service to residents, families, and team members. Supervise, lead, train, and support team members in the Food Service department.

Pay Range: $18 – $19 per hour

Shift Type: Wed – Sat 11:30am – 8pm & Sunday 6am – 2:30pm

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the dining room and be responsible for ensuring that all dining room supplies are stocked
  • Manage, lead and train employees
  • Prepare or serve hot or cold beverages, such as coffee, espresso drinks, blended coffees, or teas
  • Prepare and/or serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
  • Clean or sanitize work areas, utensils, or equipment
  • Clean service or seating areas
  • Check temperatures of freezers, refrigerators, or heating equipment to ensure the proper functioning
  • Describe menu items to customers or suggest products that might appeal to them
  • Order, receive, or stock supplies or retail products
  • Provide customers with product details, such as coffee blend or preparation descriptions
  • Receive and process customer payments

Required Skills and Experience

  • Two years waitstaff experience
  • At least one year of team leadership or supervisory experience
  • Must be 21 years of age or older
  • Excellent customer service
  • Current Washington State Food Handlers permit
  • MAST training within 60 days of employment
  • Comfort with POS computer system

Benefits

All employees regularly scheduled to work at least 30 hours a week and have completed our waiting period of employment are eligible for the following benefits:

  • Medical/Dental/Vision & Truhear Insurance
  • Wellworks Wellness Program [participation results in discounted monthly insurance premiums]
  • Vacation available after 90 days of full-time service
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Flex Spending Accounts
  • 403(B) with match and no waiting period to begin deferrals
  • 6 Paid Holidays and 2 Personal Holidays Per Calendar Year
  • Holiday Pay
  • Group Life Term Insurance and AD&D (Employee, spouse, and child(ren) -No cost to full-time team members)
  • Voluntary Life Insurance and AD&D
  • Identity Theft Protection Assistance
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Critical Accident Insurance
  • Pet Insurance
  • Jury Duty, Bereavement Leave, Pet Bereavement Leave, Personal Leave, and Military Leave
  • Years of Service celebration and bonus
  • Rockwood Retirement Residents’ Foundation Funds for employees (e.g., Employee Financial Assistance Fund, Employee Tuition Assistance, Employee Scholarship Fund)

Additional perks include:

  • Free soup and discounted meal prices
  • Food Pantry, Free/Discreet
  • Employee Financial Assistance Fund (Rockwood Residents’ Foundation Benefits)
  • Continuing Education Scholarships (Rockwood Residents’ Foundation Benefits)
  • Sponsorship opportunities for Nursing Assistant Certification
  • Employee Bus Pass Program – Deep discount
  • Free Fitness Center access for employees and a guest on campus
  • Employee Health and Wellness Program [participation results in discounted monthly insurance premiums]
  • Payroll deductions for coffee and meals at our restaurants
  • Ability to purchase discounted Premiere Movie Passes
  • Employee Appreciation Events
  • Years of Service Celebrations and Awards
  • Referral Programs
  • Free Flu Shot
  • Free Hepatitis B Vaccine
  • Free parking
  • Open Door Philosophy
  • Encourage and support promotions from within

Environment: Fair, fun, kind, caring, safe, diverse, family-like atmosphere

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