Fine-Dining Line/Prep Cook — Scratch Kitchen

Cedarbrook Senior Living; Rochester (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedarbrook Senior Living is seeking a skilled Line/Prep Cook with fine-dining or upscale scratch-kitchen experience to craft high-quality dishes for residents. The role emphasizes craftsmanship, consistency, and elevated presentation in every plate.

Responsibilities include scratch meal preparation, maintaining an organized station, following the Executive Chef's recipes and plating standards, and showcasing strong culinary techniques during service.

Qualifications

• 2–3+ years' experience in a fine-dining, upscale casual, or scratch-kitchen environment.
• Strong understanding of professional cooking techniques.
• Solid knife skills and familiarity with precise prep work.
• Knowledge of safe food handling, sanitation practices, and kitchen organization.
• Ability to maintain professionalism during high-pressure service periods.

Responsibilities

• Execute scratch meal preparation, cooking, and plate presentation to a fine-dining standard.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and well-stocked station with proper batch-cooking methods.
• Follow recipes, flavor profiles, plating standards, and portion guidelines set by the Executive Chef.
• Demonstrate culinary technique across knife work, sautéing, roasting, grilling, and classic methods.
• Uphold high standards for station organization and prep readiness throughout service.
• Monitor inventory levels and complete order sheets to maintain par levels.

Skills

Fine-dining experience

Knife skills

Professional cooking techniques

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Job description

Cedarbrook Senior Living is seeking a skilled Line/Prep Cook with fine-dining or upscale scratch-kitchen experience to craft high-quality dishes for residents. The role emphasizes craftsmanship, consistency, and elevated presentation in every plate.

Responsibilities include scratch meal preparation, maintaining an organized station, following the Executive Chef's recipes and plating standards, and showcasing strong culinary techniques during service.