Cook - Senior Living Dining & Nutrition

Sheldon Meadows Assisted Living Center; Hudsonville (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) match

Merit increases

Paid orientation

Job summary

Sheldon Meadows Assisted Living Center is seeking a Cook to prepare high-quality meals for residents. The role requires following menus, dietary needs, and food safety standards while maintaining a clean kitchen and supporting the culinary team.

Experience in healthcare cooking is preferred and ServSafe certification is desired or obtainable at company cost. Qualifications include reading/writing English, 18+ years old, and ability to pass background/drug screenings.

Qualifications

• Must read, write and carry out directions in English.
• Experience in food preparation and professional cooking, healthcare/senior living preferred.
• ServSafe certification or ability to obtain (cost covered by company).
• Knowledge of dietary needs, especially in geriatric populations.
• Strong organization and time management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to menu, policies, and dietary requirements.
• Ensure meals are served on time and at proper temperatures.
• Offer substitutions to meet resident preferences.
• Monitor plate returns and resident intake and report trends to supervisor.
• Complete required documentation (temps, food logs, etc.).
• Ensure proper food handling, storage, and sanitation.

Skills

Food preparation

ServSafe certification

Dietary needs knowledge

Time management

English reading/writing

Able to pass background check

Tools

Safety procedures

Job description

Sheldon Meadows Assisted Living Center is seeking a Cook to prepare high-quality meals for residents. The role requires following menus, dietary needs, and food safety standards while maintaining a clean kitchen and supporting the culinary team.

Experience in healthcare cooking is preferred and ServSafe certification is desired or obtainable at company cost. Qualifications include reading/writing English, 18+ years old, and ability to pass background/drug screenings.