Resident Dining Cook - Nutritious Meals & Team Impact

The Laurels of Mt Pleasant; Mount Pleasant (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K with matching funds

Life Insurance

Employee discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Reimbursement

Job summary

The Laurels of Mt Pleasant in Michigan is seeking a Cook to prepare high-quality, nutritious meals for residents in accordance with prescribed menus, dietary restrictions, and sanitation standards. You will contribute to a positive dining experience by following safety practices and collaborating with dietary staff to support resident health and satisfaction.

In this role, you may supervise the culinary center in the absence of leadership and ensure compliance with state and federal

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1 year of institutional cook experience preferred.
• Knowledge of safe food handling, sanitation, and infection control practices.

Responsibilities

• Supervise culinary center staff in the absence of leadership.
• Handle and store all food per procedures and regulations.
• Follow standardized recipes and prepare meals per dietitian-designed cycles.
• Prepare nutritious, palatable meals at proper temperatures and times.
• Use supplies and equipment efficiently to prevent waste.
• Maintain clean equipment and workspaces; report issues promptly.

Skills

1 year institutional cook experience

Safe food handling

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

ServSafe certification

Job description

The Laurels of Mt Pleasant in Michigan is seeking a Cook to prepare high-quality, nutritious meals for residents in accordance with prescribed menus, dietary restrictions, and sanitation standards. You will contribute to a positive dining experience by following safety practices and collaborating with dietary staff to support resident health and satisfaction.

In this role, you may supervise the culinary center in the absence of leadership and ensure compliance with state and federal