Part-Time Senior Living Cook | Meal Prep & Menu Planning

Homestead Healthcare; Wyoming (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid orientation and training

Employee recognition events

Paid time off

Tapcheck; access your pay anytime.

Job summary

Alger Heights Senior Living Facility in Grand Rapids seeks a part-time Cook to prepare meals for residents using standardized recipes. You will assist with menu planning, manage inventory, and support kitchen operations with a focus on food safety and teamwork.

The ideal candidate has experience cooking in larger quantities (20+ meals), is dependable, and willing to learn in a compassionate, resident-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Experience preparing meals using standardized recipes.
• Experience with menu planning and ordering.
• Experience cooking large quantities (20+ servings) preferred.
• Must be dependable, capable of following directions, and detail oriented.
• Food safety standards and organizational skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals for residents following standardized recipes.
• Assist with menu planning and portioning for daily service.
• Manage inventory and assist with ordering as needed.
• Assist in kitchen cleanup and maintain cleanliness standards.
• Ensure food safety and quality during preparation and service.

Skills

Meal prep

Menu planning

Large quantity cooking

Inventory management

Food safety

Dependable

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Alger Heights Senior Living Facility in Grand Rapids seeks a part-time Cook to prepare meals for residents using standardized recipes. You will assist with menu planning, manage inventory, and support kitchen operations with a focus on food safety and teamwork.

The ideal candidate has experience cooking in larger quantities (20+ meals), is dependable, and willing to learn in a compassionate, resident-focused environment.