Resident-Centric Community Kitchen Cook

Yona Solutions; Southgate (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full 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 Solutions in Michigan is seeking a cook to join the team and help provide warm, friendly hospitality to residents, visitors, and coworkers.

You will prepare meals according to the menu, ensure proper portioning and safety standards, and maintain clean, well-organized kitchen facilities. This role requires a high school diploma, knowledge of sanitation, good communication, and the ability to work well with others in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a cook with knowledge of safe food handling.
• Familiarity with sanitation and safety guidelines.
• Ability to follow recipes and menus precisely.
• Capable of using cookware, bakeware and appliances.
• Friendly communicator with good teamwork and stamina.
• Must pass a criminal background check.

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

Proven experience as a cook

Sanitation and safety knowledge

Food preparation following recipes

Operate cookware and kitchen tools

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Criminal background check

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; food services certification a plus

Job description

Yona Solutions in Michigan is seeking a cook to join the team and help provide warm, friendly hospitality to residents, visitors, and coworkers.

You will prepare meals according to the menu, ensure proper portioning and safety standards, and maintain clean, well-organized kitchen facilities. This role requires a high school diploma, knowledge of sanitation, good communication, and the ability to work well with others in a fast-paced environment.