AM Cook

Robinwood Retirement Community; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health stipend

Paid Time Off

401(k)

Job summary

Robinwood Retirement Community in Louisville, KY seeks an AM Cook to bring great food and energy to our scratch-based kitchen. You will safely prepare a variety of foods and tailor portions to residents' preferences, while building connections with residents, guests and teammates.

In this full-time role, you’ll participate in opening and closing duties, keep stations organized, and help maintain a clean, safe kitchen.

Qualifications

• Experience in kitchen preparation and cooking.
• Ability to read, speak and understand basic English.
• Open to working a consistent schedule and PM shift as needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality dishes across proteins and vegetables; ensure plates are appealing.
• Contribute ideas and stay attentive on service line during meals.
• Handle opening/closing tasks; support teammates for a clean, safe kitchen.
• Keep stations stocked and organized; monitor refrigeration and freshness.
• Maintain sanitary kitchen by cleaning areas and logging temps.

Skills

Cooking experience

English literacy

Tools

Food safety permits

Job description

About The Role

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

Ready to Cook with Heart?

Bring your servant heart to a place that feels like family.