AM Cook

Resort Lifestyle Communities; Fitchburg (WI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Short- & Long-Term Disability

HSA, FSA, LSA

Accident & Hospital Indemnity

401(k) with employer match

Paid Time Off

Access your pay anytime

Job summary

Resort Lifestyle Communities is seeking an AM Cook to prepare a variety of foods in our scratch-based kitchen. You will focus on high-quality, visually appealing plates and portion control, while building connections with residents and team members.

Key duties include opening/closing tasks, maintaining stocked stations, and ensuring a sanitary kitchen with temperature checks. This full-time role requires 6:00am–2:30pm Mon-Fri with PM shift as needed, and compliance with food handler requirements.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to read, speak and understand basic English.
• Experience in kitchen preparation and cooking preferred.
• Able to obtain food handler permits within two weeks of start.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present high-quality dishes with a scratch-based kitchen.
• Engage in continuous improvement through feedback and teamwork.
• Complete opening/closing tasks and support teammates to keep a clean, safe kitchen.
• Keep stations stocked and monitor refrigeration and appearance.
• Ensure sanitary kitchen by cleaning areas and recording temperatures.

Skills

English proficiency

Food prep

Cooking

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Safety & sanitation

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Food handler permit readiness

Job description

As our AM Cook, you’ll bring great food and great energy to the start of each day. Working in our scratch-based kitchen, you will safely and efficiently prepare a variety of foods. Your attention to detail helps ensure every plate is high‑quality, visually appealing, and tailored to each resident’s preferred portion size. Beyond the food, this role is all about connection; you’ll build positive relationships with residents, guests and fellow team members.

What We’re Looking For

• Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to work a consistent schedule of Monday-Friday 6:00am to 2:30pm; and willing to work the PM shift as needed.
• Ability to read, speak and understand basic English.
• Experience in kitchen preparation and cooking, preferred.
• Ability to secure appropriate food handler permits as required by local ordinances within two (2) weeks of first day of employment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and present high‑quality dishes by cooking a wide variety of proteins and vegetables using methods such as broiling, grilling, frying, and sautéing, and ensuring every plate looks appealing.
• Engage in continuous improvement by contributing ideas during meetings, staying open to feedback, and maintaining attentive coverage of the service line during meal hours.
• Complete all assigned opening and closing tasks for each shift, including morning setup or end‑of‑day shutdown, while supporting teammates with shared duties to maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen.
• Keep stations fully stocked and well organized by maintaining adequate food supplies, refreshing pantry items for freshness and appearance, and monitoring refrigeration as needed.
• Ensure a sanitary kitchen environment by thoroughly cleaning work areas and equipment and regularly checking and recording food, refrigeration, and dish‑machine temperatures to support safety and satisfaction.

Benefits for Full-Time Employees

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Access your pay anytime
• $341 benefit stipend per pay period to apply toward:
  • Health, Dental, Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • Short- & Long-Term Disability
  • HSA, FSA, LSA
  • Accident & Hospital Indemnity
  • Legal & Identity Theft Protection
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with employer match

Why RLC?

• Fast-growing, family-owned company with 60+ communities nationwide
• Supportive leadership in a beautiful, resort-style environment
• A purpose-driven role where you make a difference every day