Resident-Centric Cook - Senior Living Kitchen

StoryPoint Group; Wyoming (MI); Hybrid; USD 20,664,000 - 27,552,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Income protection

Work-life benefits

Job summary

CommonSail Investment Group seeks a Cook to prepare meals for residents and guests in a supportive, community‑oriented setting. You will follow menus and standard recipes, plate dishes with care, and assist kitchen staff as needed to ensure smooth service.

Maintain high standards of food safety and presentation while promoting a positive, collaborative team environment. Responsibilities include prepping according to menus, stocking stations, and communicating shortages.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent/technical school required.
• Minimum of three years of line cook experience or training.
• Strong communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare food for residents, guests, and employees.
• Prepare food according to the planned menu using standard recipes.
• Plate food items following portion guidelines and garnishing instructions.
• Assist other kitchen staff as needed. Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Ensures that sufficient food is prepped and/or prepared.
• Communicates with supervisor of shortages or outages.
• Ensures freshness, cooking status, and proper seasoning of all foods served.
• Stocks and cleans station for next shift.
• Follows proper food rotation policies.
• Consistently maintains a positive attitude which supports a team environment.
• Promotes positive public relations with residents, family members, and guests.
• Knowledgeable of the resident rights, and ensures an atmosphere which allows for privacy, dignity, and well‑being of all residents in a safe, secure environment.
• Maintain safety, including universal precautions and safe work practices, established fire/safety/disaster plans, risk management, sanitation, and security.
• Clean and inspect kitchen appliances and work areas in order to ensure cleanliness and functional operation.
• Present professional appearance by wearing uniform and name tag.

Skills

Good communication skills

Education

High School diploma (or equivalent) or technical school

Job description

CommonSail Investment Group seeks a Cook to prepare meals for residents and guests in a supportive, community‑oriented setting. You will follow menus and standard recipes, plate dishes with care, and assist kitchen staff as needed to ensure smooth service.

Maintain high standards of food safety and presentation while promoting a positive, collaborative team environment. Responsibilities include prepping according to menus, stocking stations, and communicating shortages.