Cooks - West Bloomfield

JSL; West Bloomfield Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Jewish Senior Life of Metropolitan Detroit is seeking an experienced Line Cook for our West Bloomfield, MI kitchen. The role features great hours with weekend rotation, no late nights, and a fast-paced, service-oriented environment.

Join a team dedicated to quality living for older adults, with supportive staff and a culture of compassion and respect. Prior kitchen experience and teamwork are valued in this community-focused setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Proven guest service orientation is essential.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Creative skills in food preparation and presentation.
• Excellent time management skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Participate in meal preparation and cold food prep; assist with daily kitchen production.
• Prepare food items per cycle menu, including catering or special events, using recipes.
• Follow proper handling, preparation and holding guidelines; monitor temperatures and minimize waste.
• Present food items attractively and ensure maximum freshness and quality.
• Maintain HACCP procedures and kitchen sanitation; keep equipment and areas clean.
• Communicate effectively with service staff on portioning, plating, and presentation of dishes.
• Assist with any duties requested by management to ensure efficient kitchen operations.

Skills

Guest service orientation

Team oriented

Food preparation & presentation

Time management

Creative cooking

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Overview

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: West Bloomfield Campus - West Bloomfield, MI 48322Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: None

At JSL you are part of a warm and inviting community that provides support services and quality living to older adults. Our residents enjoy a full range of social and cultural programs and activities while residing in our assisted living communities.

JSL communities flourish through deep, lasting connections. For decades, our dedicated staff and cherished residents have shaped a culture rooted in compassion, respect, and genuine care-making JSL not just a place to live or work, but a place to belong.

We are looking for a full time Line Cook to join our team. Great Hours! Weekend rotation. No late nights. Candidates should support teamwork and be excited about expanding on their culinary abilities. Candidates also need to be service oriented and enjoy a fast paced work environment.

LINE/PREP COOK SUMMARY: Jewish Senior Life of Metropolitan Detroit is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for older adults. Great environment, come work with us!

Responsibilities

• Participate in the meal preparation as well as cold food prep. Completes assigned daily kitchen production. Responsibility for proper cleaning and sanitation of kitchen, dining areas, trash disposal areas, equipment, cookware, dishes, etc. in their work area. Performs stock tasks as directed. Assists with all functions of the kitchen and meal service tasks as directed by supervisors.
• Prepares all required food products as scheduled in the cycle menu, to include any catering or other special functions using production sheets and approved recipes.
• Follows proper handling, preparation and holding guidelines, takes temperatures at regular intervals and maintains foods in sufficient quantities while minimizing over-production and waste.
• Properly presents all food items and provides maximum appeal and freshness.
• Follows HACCP procedures and practices.
• Maintains kitchen sanitation and equipment cleaning schedule.
• Ensures proper communication with service personnel on portioning, plating, garnishing and presentation of food items.
• Communicates appropriately with all food service staff, supervisor and listens effectively.
• Performs any duty requested by Management to ensure the effective and efficient operation of the kitchen and dining department.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• Proven strong guest service orientation
• Ability to function in a team oriented environment
• Creative skills in food preparation and presentation
• Excellent time management skills

Jewish Senior Life believes our employees are our greatest asset and is committed to creating a workplace where all team members feel valued, respected, and supported. We foster a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and make all employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. Reasonable accommodation is provided in accordance with applicable laws.