Cook

Heritage Community of Kalamazoo; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Health coverage

Retirement plan with company match

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Training and development

Team-oriented environment

Job summary

Heritage Community of Kalamazoo is hiring a dependable Cook to join our dining team. The Cook assists with breakfast, lunch, and catered meals, ensuring food safety and high quality in a fast-paced environment.

You will support with inventory, station prep, and keeping work areas clean, while delivering friendly, timely service to residents and guests. A sign-on bonus is offered along with comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1-3 years of food service experience.
• Previous customer service experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to food safety and sanitation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of foods including breakfast, lunch, and catered meals.
• Ensure food is prepared safely, efficiently, and to company standards.
• Maintain clean and sanitary work areas and rotate stock.
• Assist with inventory, track food usage, and communicate needs to supervisors.
• Provide friendly, timely customer service to guests.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Customer service

Food safety

Independent worker

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Cook - Bonus Eligible!

Join our community

We are looking for a dependable and motivated Cook to join our team. When you join us, you play an important role in delivering quality meals and creating a positive dining experience for our customers. You will work alongside a supportive team while building your culinary skills in a fast-paced environment where quality, safety, and service come first.

What you will be doing

The Cook is responsible for supporting the Chef Manager or Chef in preparing and serving breakfast, lunch, and catered meals. This role is essential in ensuring food is prepared safely, efficiently, and according to company standards. A successful Cook is detail-oriented, team-focused, and committed to maintaining high standards of food quality and customer service.

In this role, the Cook prepares and cooks a variety of foods including meats, seafood, vegetables, and baked goods. You will measure, mix, and season ingredients according to recipes, prepare food stations, and ensure all items are cooked to proper temperatures using appropriate methods. Responsibilities also include maintaining clean and sanitary work areas, rotating and labeling stock, and monitoring food freshness and quality.

The Cook supports kitchen operations by assisting with inventory, tracking food usage, and communicating equipment or supply needs to supervisors. You may also assist at multiple stations, wash kitchen equipment, and help with food preparation tasks such as cutting, peeling, and portioning ingredients. Providing excellent customer service by greeting and serving customers in a friendly and timely manner is a key part of this role.

What we offer

• $750 Sign-on Bonus! $250 after 90 days of employment and $500 after 180 days of employment
• Competitive pay with clear opportunities for advancement so you can grow your career
• Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, and vision plans
• Flexible spending and savings options to support your financial well-being
• Generous paid time off- including vacation and sick leave- to help you recharge
• Retirement savings plan with company match to help you plan for the future
• Employee assistance and wellness programs to support your mental and physical health
• Ongoing training and development opportunities to expand your skills and career potential
• A collaborative, team-oriented environment where your work is recognized and valued

What we’re looking for

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1-3 years of food service experience
• Previous customer service experience preferred
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to food safety and sanitation