Cook for Senior Living Facility

Parallel Management Group; Hamburg Township (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid orientation and training

Employee recognition events

Paid time off

Tapcheck; access your pay anytime.

Job summary

Smith Farms in Hamburg, MI is seeking a Cook to join our senior living team. You will prepare meals for residents using standardized recipes, assist with inventory and kitchen cleanup, and help ensure food safety and high-quality service for our residents.

The ideal candidate has a positive attitude, teamwork spirit, and ability to multitask. Prior experience with large-scale meal prep (20+ servings) and menu planning is preferred but not required. Training provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience in menu planning.
• Experience cooking 20+ meals at a time.
• Food safety knowledge preferred but not required.
• Ability to follow directions, dependability, attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals for residents using standardized recipes.
• Assist with menu planning experience.
• Cook meals in large quantities (20+ servings) and follow safety guidelines.
• Assist in kitchen cleanup after service.
• Help manage kitchen inventory.
• Follow directions and maintain accuracy, organization, and safety.
• Demonstrate caring, compassion, and willingness to learn.

Skills

Meal prep

Menu planning

Large quantity cooking

Food safety awareness

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Caring and compassionate

Teamwork

Multitasking

Punctuality

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Our Senior Living Facility in Hamburg is looking for a Cook in. By becoming a part of our team, you will play a crucial role in making a positive impact on the well-being of our beloved seniors. Your culinary skills will be an invaluable asset in enhancing their overall living experience at Smith Farms.

Duties

• Prep and prepare meals for residents using standardized recipes
• Menu planning experience
• Must have experience cooking entire meals in larger quantities (20+ meals) and serve safe certified preferred, but not required.
• Assist in clean up
• The ability to manage inventory
• Must be dependable & reliable. Ability to follow directions. Good problem-solving skills required. Attention to detail and food safety standards. Strong organizational skills
• Looking for someone who is caring, compassionate and willing to learn

Benefits

• Paid orientation and training
• Employee recognition events
• Paid time off
• Tapcheck; access your pay anytime.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• A positive attitude
• The capacity to work as a team
• Able to multitask and prioritize responsibilities
• The ability to arrive on time for every shift