Cook

Morning Pointe Senior Living; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental

Vision

401K with company match

PTO and Holiday Pay

On-Demand Pay

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Telehealth

Disability Insurance

Career Development Program

Verizon Wireless Discount

Flexible schedule with no late nights

Staff meals and free uniforms

Supportive managers

Job summary

Morning Pointe Senior Living is seeking a dedicated AM Cook to join our full-time kitchen team. You will help prepare breakfast, lunch, and dinner for residents, ensuring meals are delicious, nutritious, and served with care.

The role emphasizes safety, sanitation, and collaboration with staff to deliver high-quality dining experiences. We value reliability, attention to detail, and a warm, respectful approach to residents and teammates.

Qualifications

• One year of commercial kitchen/cooking experience
• 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

Responsibilities

• 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 safely and efficiently
• Clean and maintain stations while practicing safety and sanitation
• Assist with cleaning and organization of kitchen and equipment
• Restock items as needed throughout the shift
• Adhere to all sanitation and food production codes

Skills

Commercial kitchen experience

Reading & writing

Verbal communication

Lift 50 lbs

Stand for long periods

Attention to detail

Job description

Schedule: Full-Time

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

AM COOK

Schedule: Full-Time

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!

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)
• 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 need.

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Job Ref #: 0783d1c6-b24d-45a5-970f-bcae04f0effc

Date Posted: 2026-07-22