Cook Full Time

Park Village Pines; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Park Village Pines in Kalamazoo, Michigan, is seeking a full-time Cook to prepare and serve appetizing meals for our residents while maintaining a clean, safe kitchen environment.

You will work as part of a dietary team, following established menus and safety procedures, and participate in events and special meals as needed. Weekend and holiday availability is required to support residents' needs.

Qualifications

• Previous cooking or food service experience preferred.
• Willingness to learn recipes, procedures and kitchen safety practices.
• Dependable, adaptable, and able to work well as part of a team.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Availability to work weekends and holidays as scheduled.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to established menus, recipes, and portion guidelines.
• Prepare food and assist with serving meals to residents.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary food preparation area.
• Clean and properly care for kitchen equipment and work areas.
• Assist with preparing and serving refreshments, special meals, and events.
• Complete assigned cleaning and sanitation tasks.
• Notify the Dining Supervisor of equipment or maintenance concerns.
• Assist the Dining Supervisor and other dietary team members as needed.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and infection-control procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Cooking

Teamwork

Food safety

Job description

Cook Full Time

Park Village Pines Kalamazoo, Michigan, United States

About this position

Description: Job Summary

The Cook is responsible for preparing and serving appetizing, well-balanced meals for our residents while maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary kitchen environment. This position is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys cooking, working as part of a team, and making a positive difference in the lives of others.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to established menus, recipes, and portion guidelines.
• Prepare food and assist with serving meals to residents.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary food preparation area.
• Clean and properly care for kitchen equipment and work areas.
• Assist with preparing and serving refreshments, special meals, and events.
• Complete assigned cleaning and sanitation tasks.
• Notify the Dining Supervisor of equipment or maintenance concerns.
• Assist the Dining Supervisor and other dietary team members as needed.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and infection-control procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Park Village Pines is a nonprofit, Christian senior living community committed to providing quality care and creating a welcoming environment for our residents. We take great pride in the meals we prepare and the overall dining experience we provide.

As a Cook at Park Village Pines, you’ll have the opportunity to build your cooking skills while being part of a team that makes a difference in our residents’ lives every day.

Requirements:

Qualifications

• Previous cooking or food service experience is preferred.
• Ability and willingness to learn recipes, food preparation procedures, and kitchen safety practices.
• Dependable, adaptable, and able to work well as part of a team.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks and remain active throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Must be available to work weekends and holidays as scheduled.

Salary Information

$15.5 - $15.5Hourly Wage

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