Resident-Focused Cook & Kitchen Lead

Ciena Healthcare; Mount Pleasant (MI); On-site; USD 15,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Student Loan Reimbursement

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K with matching funds

Life Insurance

Employee discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

The Laurels of Mt Pleasant is seeking a qualified Cook to prepare high-quality, nutritious meals for residents, following prescribed menus, dietary restrictions, and safety standards. You will collaborate with dietary staff to support resident health, satisfaction, and regulatory compliance, while maintaining a clean, sanitary kitchen.

This role requires attention to recipe accuracy, proper food handling, and efficient use of supplies.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of safe food handling, sanitation, and infection control practices.
• Ability to read and follow recipes, menus, and diet orders.
• Computer skills are required.

Responsibilities

• In the absence of the Chef and/or Certified Dietary Manager, supervises the culinary center's employees.
• Handles and stores all food according to facility procedures, safe food handling guidelines, state and federal requirements.
• Follow standardized recipes.
• Prepare foods that correspond to the menu cycles developed by Registered Dietitians.
• Cooks or prepares meals in proper temperatures and times.
• Uses food supplies and equipment efficiently to prevent waste.
• Prepares and maintains a supply of food alternates to accommodate resident choices.
• Supervises culinary staff regarding food storage, preparation, tray assembly, and cleaning.
• Operates institutional food preparation equipment and follows cleaning and maintenance schedules.
• Inspects trays post-meal to monitor resident acceptance and reports findings.
• Handles and disposes of food per procedures and regulations.
• Maintains clean and safe workspaces and equipment; reports problems promptly.
• Reports signs of pests to supervisor.
• Communicates with supervisor to maximize resident satisfaction.
• Attends survey training and collaborates with surveyors.

Skills

Safe food handling

Reading recipes & menus

Computer skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

ServSafe certification

Job description

The Laurels of Mt Pleasant is seeking a qualified Cook to prepare high-quality, nutritious meals for residents, following prescribed menus, dietary restrictions, and safety standards. You will collaborate with dietary staff to support resident health, satisfaction, and regulatory compliance, while maintaining a clean, sanitary kitchen.

This role requires attention to recipe accuracy, proper food handling, and efficient use of supplies.