Part-Time Cook - Community Dining & Care

Traditions of Saginaw; Saginaw Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vis

Employer paid life insurance

401(k) plan

Competitive paid time off

Employee assistance program

Wages on demand

Discount & wellness programs

Career growth

Job summary

Yona is seeking a friendly Cook to join our dining team and provide warm hospitality to residents, visitors, and coworkers in a caring community setting.

This is a part-time role with an opportunity to pick up extra hours, offering flexible scheduling while maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene, and quality.

You will prepare all menu items, portion foods, follow recipes, and cooperate with the food services director to ensure timely service and a positive dining experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Cook.
• Knowledge of sanitation and safety guidelines.
• Able to prepare meals according to recipes and menus.
• Must pass background check.
• Good physical condition and stamina.
• High school diploma or equivalent; food services certification is a plus.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Prepares all food according to the menu in a safe, sanitary manner under the direction of the food services director.
• Ensures proper preparation, portioning, and serving of foods according to standardized recipes.
• Prepares quality food products according to standardized recipes and menus.
• Adheres to all safety and sanitation standards.
• Prepares food in a timely manner at specified meal times.
• Responds to community issues or concerns that may occur in the dining room.
• Follows departmental procedures including sanitation, safety, and cleaning schedules.
• Follows proper cleaning procedures and storage of all dishes, utensils and cooking equipment.
• Ensures all food in refrigerator, freezer, and dry storage are labeled and dated.
• Oversees proper food handling and utilization of all foods to prevent contamination, increase quality, and reduce cost.
• Suggests menu or recipe changes to utilize leftovers and other supplies.
• Cleans all food service equipment, kitchen and food storage areas

Skills

Cook experience

Sanitation knowledge

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Food safety certification

Background check required

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Food services certification (a plus)

Job description

Yona is seeking a friendly Cook to join our dining team and provide warm hospitality to residents, visitors, and coworkers in a caring community setting.

This is a part-time role with an opportunity to pick up extra hours, offering flexible scheduling while maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene, and quality.

You will prepare all menu items, portion foods, follow recipes, and cooperate with the food services director to ensure timely service and a positive dining experience.