Cook – Part-Time Morning

Greencroft Communities; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Part-time morning hours

Competitive pay $15.52-19.82 per hour

Job summary

Greencroft Communities is seeking a Part-Time Morning Cook at Walnut Hills to prepare fresh, nutritious meals for residents. You will join a caring Culinary Services team dedicated to dependable, collaborative service and high standards.

Responsibilities include following menus and recipes, ensuring dietary needs, maintaining sanitation, and coordinating with dining staff to serve meals on schedule. The role emphasizes teamwork, kindness, and a positive dining experience for seniors.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous cooking, restaurant, healthcare, or food service experience is a plus.
• Comfortable following recipes, menus, and detailed instructions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to established menus, recipes, and quality standards.
• Ensure meals are prepared appropriately for individual dietary and nutritional needs.
• Maintain proper food handling, sanitation, and kitchen safety practices.
• Keep work areas, equipment, and kitchen spaces clean and organized.
• Assist with receiving, stocking, and storing food and kitchen supplies.
• Coordinate with the culinary and dining teams to have meals ready for scheduled service.
• Help provide friendly, respectful service to residents and guests.
• Contribute to a clean, safe, and welcoming dining environment.

Skills

Cooking experience

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Bring Your Cooking Skills to a Place That Cares

Are you someone who enjoys preparing great food and takes pride in helping others? Join the Culinary Services team at Walnut Hills, where your work helps make each day a little brighter for the residents we serve.

As a Part-Time Morning Cook, you'll play an important role in preparing fresh, nutritious meals and helping create a positive dining experience. You'll be part of a team that values dependability, teamwork, and genuine care for others.

Your Role

• Prepare and cook meals according to established menus, recipes, and quality standards.
• Ensure meals are prepared appropriately for individual dietary and nutritional needs.
• Maintain proper food handling, sanitation, and kitchen safety practices.
• Keep work areas, equipment, and kitchen spaces clean and organized.
• Assist with receiving, stocking, and storing food and kitchen supplies.
• Coordinate with the culinary and dining teams to have meals ready for scheduled service.
• Help provide friendly, respectful service to residents and guests.
• Contribute to a clean, safe, and welcoming dining environment.

What Makes You a Great Fit

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous cooking, restaurant, healthcare, or food service experience is a plus.
• Comfortable following recipes, menus, and detailed instructions.
• Dependable, organized, and able to work well with others.
• Able to work efficiently during busy morning meal periods.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Enjoys serving seniors and understands the importance of treating residents with kindness and respect.

What We Offer

• Part-time morning hours
• Competitive pay of $15.52-19.82 per hour
• Meaningful work that directly impacts the lives of residents
• A supportive, team-oriented workplace
• An opportunity to use your culinary skills in a rewarding senior living environment

Physical Requirements

The position involves standing and walking for extended periods, along with bending, reaching, lifting, and moving throughout the kitchen. Employees should be able to occasionally lift up to 40 pounds and safely perform their duties in a fast-paced food service environment.

Cook With Purpose. Serve With Heart.

At Walnut Hills, food is about more than a meal. It's a way to provide comfort, connection, and a sense of home. If you're dependable, enjoy working as part of a team, and want your morning work to make a meaningful difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Join the Greencroft Communities team and make a difference one meal at a time.