Cook

Independence Village; Waterford Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Villages of Indiana is seeking an experienced Cook to prepare meals according to menus, recipes and planned events for residents and their guests. This role offers a rewarding position where hard work pays off and advancement is possible.

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and at least three years of line cook experience, plus strong communication skills. You will cook, plate, garnish, and ensure quality, while maintaining station cleanliness and proper food rotation.

Qualifications

• High School diploma (or equivalent) or technical school
• Minimum of three years of line cook experience and/or training
• Good communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare food for residents, guests, and employees.
• Prepare food according to planned menu and standard recipes.
• Plate food items following portion and garnishing guidelines.
• Assist other kitchen staff and perform duties as assigned.
• Ensure sufficient food is prepped and prepared.
• Communicate shortages or outages to supervisor.
• Maintain freshness, proper cooking status, and seasoning of foods.
• Stock and clean station for next shift.
• Follow proper food rotation policies.
• Maintain professional appearance and safety standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Line cook experience (3+ years)

Job description

Overview

As a Cook, you will prepare food according to menus, recipes and planned events for residents and their guests. This role offers a rewarding position with an innovative company where hard work pays off and advancement is possible.

Required Experience

• High School diploma (or equivalent) or technical school
• A minimum of three years of line cook experience and/or training
• Good communication skills are required.

Primary Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare food for residents, guests, and employees.
• Prepare food according to the planned menu using standard recipes.
• Plate food items following portion guidelines and garnishing instructions.
• Assist other kitchen staff as needed. Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Ensure that sufficient food is prepped and/or prepared.
• Communicate with supervisor of shortages or outages.
• Ensure freshness, cooking status, and proper seasoning of all foods served.
• Stock and clean station for next shift.
• Follow proper food rotation policies.
• Consistently maintain a positive attitude which supports a team environment.
• Promote positive public relations with residents, family members, and guests.
• Knowledgeable of the resident rights, and ensure an atmosphere which allows for privacy, dignity, and well-being of all residents in a safe, secure environment.
• Maintain safety, including universal precautions and safe work practices, established fire/safety/disaster plans, risk management, sanitation, and security.
• Clean and inspect kitchen appliances and work areas in order to ensure cleanliness and functional operation.
• Present professional appearance by wearing uniform and name tag.

General Working Conditions

This position entails standing for long periods of time. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to communicate effectively with others, sit, stand, walk and use hands to handle keyboard, telephone, paper, files, and other equipment and objects. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. This position requires the ability to review detailed documents and read computer screens. The employee will occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The work environment requires appropriate interaction with others. The noise level in the work environment is moderate. Occasional travel to different locations may be required.

Benefits

We have comprehensive benefit packages that include health, dental, vision, 401(k), income protection, and extraordinary work-life benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer