Cook- Assisted Living Community- ( Afternoons)

Provision Living; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Employee assistance program

Employer-paid life insurance

Job summary

Provision Living in Ann Arbor, MI is seeking a Cook for their Assisted Living Community. The Cook prepares quality meals and ensures a safe kitchen environment. The role involves assisting with meal service, inventory management, and maintaining sanitation standards.

Ideal candidates will have 2-4 years of kitchen experience, strong cooking techniques, and a ServSafe Certification. We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in a kitchen environment.
• Ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs and operate kitchen equipment.
• Strong understanding of resident dining needs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quality food in compliance with regulations.
• Help with serving meals and maintaining cleanliness.
• Maintain food inventories and perform cost control.

Skills

Cooking techniques

Knife skills

Food handling techniques

Customer service

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Cook – Assisted Living Community (Afternoons)

Provision Living was established in 2005 with a mission to empower our team members to grow, prosper, and create exceptional places for elders and their families.

The Cook reports directly to the Chef/Dining Manager and is responsible for preparing quality food in compliance with all regulations, ensuring resident satisfaction and maintaining a clean, safe kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Cook and bake as needed
• Help with serving meals, drinks, and maintaining a clean work area
• Support all catering, room service, special party needs, marketing functions, etc.
• Take drink and food orders
• Sanitize, set and bus tables
• Maintain food inventories and perform food cost control measures
• Possess a working knowledge of individual assignments and resident dining needs
• Practice sanitation regulations and safety rules with regards to preparing, handling, labeling and storing food, and clean kitchen equipment
• Complete daily checklist of duties for kitchen and dining room
• Follow all policies for Dining Service Department
• Assist with Sales/Marketing procedures to develop and enhance satisfaction levels
• Perform other tasks as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred, but will consider work/life experiences.
• 2-4 years of experience
• Exceptional knowledge of multiple cooking techniques including baking, sauté, fry, sauces, and cold food prep
• Possess strong knife skills, able to follow a recipe and a solid knowledge of measurements
• Requires a firm understanding and ability to practice proper food handling techniques
• Current ServSafe Certification—or the ability to obtain one within the first 60 days
• Need to continuously stand and walk, reach, bend to the floor, and carry serving trays, dishes and food service items; will also lift heavy pans, trash and various kitchen equipment
• Collaborative team player
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Self‑motivated with strong organizational skills
• Possess an appreciation of seniors and an understanding of the aging process
• Basic mathematical skills

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift/move up to 50 lbs, bend, maintain stationary position, move freely, operate equipment, ascend/descend freely, and position self to reach equipment above or below normal standing height

Benefits & Compensation:

We offer a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401 k, employee assistance program, and employer‑paid basic life and AD&D insurance.