Lead Cook

Brookdale Senior Living; Farmington Hills (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and offers a supportive environment for personal growth. This role allows you to advance your culinary career while making a difference in the lives of others. Enjoy a range of benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities. With no late nights and a focus on work-life balance, you can thrive in your role as a Cook. Whether you're looking to grow into a Sous Chef or a Manager of Dining Services, this is the perfect opportunity to elevate your career while contributing to a meaningful cause.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k)

Employee Discounts

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation and cooking methods.
• Knowledge of sanitation and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food according to recipes and menus.
• Maintain cleanliness and adhere to food safety standards.
• Prepare meals in a timely manner.

Skills

Food Preparation

Sanitation Standards

Cooking Methods

Use of Cutting Tools

Tools

Cookware

Baking Equipment

Job description

Overview

Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity

No Late Nights! Grow your career with Brookdale! Our Cooks have the opportunity to advance to positions such as Sous Chefs and Managers of Dining Services.

Make Lives Better Including Your Own.

If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best self, join us! You’ll earn more than a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through professional development and wellness programs. We offer a full suite of health insurance, life insurance, and retirement plans, which vary by employment status.

Benefits

Part and Full Time Benefits Eligibility

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Associate assistance program
• Employee discounts
• Referral program
• Early access to earned wages for hourly associates (outside of CA)
• Optional voluntary benefits including ID theft protection and pet insurance

Full Time Only Benefits Eligibility

• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Company-provided life insurance
• Adoption benefit
• Disability (short and long term)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account
• Optional life and dependent life insurance
• Optional voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance, and legal plans
• Tuition reimbursement

Base pay will be determined by the applicant’s skills and experience. The role is also eligible for team-based bonus opportunities. Temporary associates are not benefits-eligible but may participate in the company’s 401(k) program.

Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. Brookdale supports associates in their journey to U.S. citizenship by offering to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, for qualified associates with at least one year of service.

The application window is expected to close within 30 days of posting.

Responsibilities

• Ensure proper preparation, portioning, and serving of food according to recipes and menus. Use your experience with cutting tools, cookware, and baking equipment, along with your knowledge of cooking methods such as grilling, baking, and boiling.
• Adhere to sanitation and food safety standards. Maintain a clean kitchen.
• Prepare food in a timely manner for specified meal times.

Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.