Compassionate Senior Living Cook (Full-Time)

Park Village Pines; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Park Village Pines in Kalamazoo, Michigan, is seeking a full-time Cook to prepare and serve appetizing meals for our residents while maintaining a clean, safe kitchen environment.

You will work as part of a dietary team, following established menus and safety procedures, and participate in events and special meals as needed. Weekend and holiday availability is required to support residents' needs.

Qualifications

• Previous cooking or food service experience preferred.
• Willingness to learn recipes, procedures and kitchen safety practices.
• Dependable, adaptable, and able to work well as part of a team.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Availability to work weekends and holidays as scheduled.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to established menus, recipes, and portion guidelines.
• Prepare food and assist with serving meals to residents.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary food preparation area.
• Clean and properly care for kitchen equipment and work areas.
• Assist with preparing and serving refreshments, special meals, and events.
• Complete assigned cleaning and sanitation tasks.
• Notify the Dining Supervisor of equipment or maintenance concerns.
• Assist the Dining Supervisor and other dietary team members as needed.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and infection-control procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Cooking

Teamwork

Food safety

Job description

Park Village Pines in Kalamazoo, Michigan, is seeking a full-time Cook to prepare and serve appetizing meals for our residents while maintaining a clean, safe kitchen environment.

You will work as part of a dietary team, following established menus and safety procedures, and participate in events and special meals as needed. Weekend and holiday availability is required to support residents' needs.