Cook

Morning Pointe Senior Living; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Staff meals

Free uniform

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

401K with company match

PTO and holiday pay

On-Demand Pay

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition reimbursement

Telehealth

Disability insurance

Career development

Verizon Wireless discount

Job summary

Morning Pointe Senior Living is seeking a Prep Cook for PT shifts (6a-2p, 11a-7p). You will prepare breakfast, lunch, and dinner for residents, focusing on quality and hospitality. You’ll work with a kitchen team to deliver consistent meals that residents look forward to each day.

The role requires 1 year of commercial kitchen experience, the ability to lift 50 lbs, and strong safety practices. A supportive team and flexible schedule accompany health benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• One year of commercial kitchen/cooking experience.
• Reliable transportation to and from shift.
• Reading, writing, and basic math and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to lift 50 lbs.
• The ability to use kitchen equipment safely.
• Able to stand for long periods of time.

Responsibilities

• Treat your team and residents with kindness and care.
• Present yourself professionally with a great attitude.
• Uphold honesty and ethics as part of success.
• Use your skills and attention to detail to create delicious meals.
• Enjoy your work and the purpose of your efforts.
• Prepare all food items as directed in a sanitary and timely manner.
• Follow recipes and presentation specifications.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain clean and organized stations with proper sanitation.
• Assist with cleaning and organization of kitchen and equipment.
• Restock items as needed during the shift.
• Adhere to sanitation and food production codes.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Reliable transportation

Reading & writing

Basic math

Verbal communication

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Safety with kitchen equipment

Stamina for long shifts

Job description

COOK(6a-2p-11a-7p) PT Positions

You have seasoned kitchen skills, a passion for delicious meals, and a spirit of hospitality. Come put those great traits to work in a place where you truly make a difference in people’s lives- Morning Pointe Senior Living!

JOB DETAILS

As a Prep Cook, you’ll work with our kitchen team to expertly craft breakfast, lunch, and dinner items. Attention to detail and quality care are important because your meals are something our residents look forward to every day.

These are some of the benefits you will receive by joining us:

• Flexible schedule with no more late nights!
• Staff Meals and Free Uniform Program
• Managers who work alongside you and respect your work
• Health Insurance, Dental, Vision, 401K with company match
• PTO and Holiday Pay
• “On-Demand Pay” available
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Free Telehealth (Textcare and Teladoc)
• Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Career Development Program
• Verizon Wireless Group Discount

We Are Looking For

• One year of commercial kitchen/cooking experience
• Someone with reliable transportation
• Reading, writing, and basic math and verbal communication skills
• The ability to lift 50 lbs.
• The ability to use kitchen equipment safely
• Able to stand for long periods of time

Here is a sample of some of the things you will do during your shift:

• Treat your team and residents with a genuine sense of kindness and care
• Present yourself in a professional manner with a great attitude
• Understand that honesty and ethics are an essential part of your success
• Use your skills and attention to detail to consistently create delicious meals
• Enjoy your work and understand your efforts have true purpose
• Prepare all food items as directed in a sanitary and timely manner
• Follow recipes and presentation specifications
• Operate standard kitchen equipment safety and efficiently
• Clean and maintain stations while practicing good safety and sanitation
• Assist with the cleaning and organization of kitchen and equipment
• Restock items as needed throughout the shift
• Adhere to all sanitation and food production codes

Prep Cooks are expected to accomplish tasks outside of their scheduled station whenever necessary including expediting food and assisting in the dish station. As part of a team-oriented environment, Cooks assist in training opportunities and offer help to other areas and staff in the community.

Job Ref #: 7aea59a6-7ab9-40c4-bbf0-a514be8ba206

Date Posted: 2026-08-07