Cook FT 6A-2P

Silver Birch Living; Mishawaka (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay on Demand

Attendance Rewards

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance – through BCBS

Invest in Excellence Program

Employee Emergency Fund

Growth Opportunities

Certified Great Place to Work – 2024 &

Job summary

Silver Birch Living Mishawaka seeks a dedicated Cook to join our Culinary Team. You’ll prepare tasty, nutritious meals that support residents’ well-being and comfort in a warm, caring environment.

Responsibilities include portion control, proper food temperatures, safe kitchen practices, and assisting with deliveries and storage. A high school diploma and basic food safety knowledge are required; ServSafe is a plus, and customer service shines here.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Basic food safety knowledge required.
• Strong customer service skills and positive attitude.
• Food service experience is helpful.
• ServSafe certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals from the menu in a timely manner.
• Ensure proper portion sizes and attractive meal presentation.
• Check food temperatures and quality to meet safety standards.
• Keep the kitchen, equipment, and work areas clean and safe.
• Assist with food deliveries and proper storage.
• Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Be friendly and helpful to residents and coworkers.

Skills

Food safety

Customer service

Teamwork

Food prep

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Silver Birch of Mishawaka is looking for a Cook to join our Culinary Team. In this role, you’ll prepare tasty, nutritious meals that help residents feel cared for, comfortable, and happy. If you enjoy cooking and want your work to truly matter, this is a great opportunity to make a difference every day.

Why You’ll Enjoy Working at Silver Birch

We’re more than a workplace — we’re a caring community. Our team members value kindness, teamwork, and making a difference, and we support one another in creating a warm, welcoming environment for our residents. We make sure our employees feel appreciated, supported, and proud of the work they do.

We also offer benefits that support your life both at work and at home:

• Pay on Demand – Get paid when you need it
• Attendance Rewards – We recognize reliability and hard work
• Paid Time Off – Time to rest and recharge
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance – Through BlueCross BlueShield
• Invest in Excellence Program – Rewards for learning and doing great work
• Employee Emergency Fund – Support when unexpected challenges come up
• Growth Opportunities – Build your career with Silver Birch Living
• Certified Great Place to Work® – 2024 & 2025

What You’ll Be Doing

• Prepare and serve meals from the menu in a timely manner
• Ensure proper portion sizes and attractive meal presentation
• Check food temperatures and quality to meet safety standards
• Keep the kitchen, equipment, and work areas clean and safe
• Assist with food deliveries and proper storage
• Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines
• Be friendly and helpful to residents and coworkers

What We’re Looking For

• A high school diploma or GED
• Basic food safety knowledge
• Strong customer service skills and a positive attitude
• Food service experience is helpful
• ServSafe certification is a plus

Silver Birch Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.