Cook 32 hours per week minimum every other weekend off

LakeHouse Kalamazoo; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A senior living community in Kalamazoo is seeking a dedicated individual for food preparation, including hot and cold menu items. The role requires previous experience in a senior living setting, strong organizational and communication skills, and an attention to detail. A comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans. Weekend availability is essential. Join a supportive work environment that values every team member's contribution.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Senior Living preferred.
• Experience with production methods, portion control and food handling safety required.
• Great organizational skills a must.
• Strong communication skills.
• Attention to detail and presentation of food product is required.
• Must be able to work weekends.

Responsibilities

• Prepare hot and cold menu items, including working on the grill and salad-bar.
• Ensure proper preparation, portioning, and serving of foods.
• Taste and prepare food to determine quality and palatability.

Skills

Previous experience in Senior Living

Experience with production methods

Great organizational skills

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Job description

LakeHouse Senior Living proudly operates 36, care- and lifestyle-focused Active Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and available, short-term Respite Care communities located throughout the Midwest. Our company, which was built on our “Pillars of Excellence”, employs over 1,100 team members at communities located throughout Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin. LakeHouse is a company committed to providing a positive reinforcing work environment and culture that recognizes the value of all staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare hot and cold menu items which requires working on the grill, sauté station, salad-bar and on the service line;
• Ensure the proper preparation, portioning and serving of foods as indicated on the menu cycle and the standardized recipes;
• Taste and prepare food to determine quality and palatability.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Senior Living preferred
• Experience with production methods, portion control and food handling safety required.
• Great organizational skills a must
• Strong communication skills
• Attention to detail and presentation of food product is required.
• Must be able to work weekends.

Benefits

In addition to a rewarding career and competitive salary, LakeHouse offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Eligible team members are offered a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, paid time off, and paid holidays. Team members are eligible to participate in our outstanding 401(k) plan with company match our Employee Assistance Program and accident insurance policies.

Thank you for your interest in LakeHouse Senior Living careers. If you have any questions about the position you are applying for, please contact the community directly.

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