Cook

Morning Pointe Senior Living; Powell (TN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

401K match

PTO & Holidays

On-Demand Pay

Telehealth

Tuition Reimbursement

Disability Insurance

Career Development

Verizon Discount

Staff meals

Free uniform

Job summary

Morning Pointe Senior Living in Powell, TN is seeking a friendly Prep Cook to join our kitchen team. You will assist in preparing breakfast, lunch, and dinner, follow recipes, and present meals with care to residents who rely on us daily.

We value reliability, clean work habits, and the ability to lift 50 lbs. You’ll work with a supportive crew, receive benefits, flexible scheduling, staff meals, and opportunities for growth in a caring, community-focused environment.

Qualifications

• One year of commercial kitchen/cooking experience.
• Reliable transportation to work reliably.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• 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 following safety and sanitation procedures.
• Assist with cleaning and organization of kitchen and equipment.
• Restock items as needed during the shift.
• Adhere to all sanitation and food production codes.
• Treat team and residents with kindness and care.
• Present yourself professionally with a positive attitude.
• Support other areas and staff as needed.
• Expedite food and assist in the dish station when necessary.
• Participate in training opportunities and team collaboration.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Reliable transportation

Reading & writing

Math & verbal skills

Lift 50 lbs

Kitchen safety

Stand long periods

Job description

COOK

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)
• 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 #: 975775ed-8c56-4b83-b2a2-45f0299922c3
Date Posted: 2026-10-05