Cook
Heritage Community of Kalamazoo · Kalamazoo, MI · 1 mo ago
ManagementPart-time
About the role
Cook – Bonus Eligible! Join our community We are looking for a dependable and motivated Cook to join our team. When you join us, you play an important role in delivering quality meals and creating a positive dining experience for our customers. You’ll work alongside a supportive team while building your culinary skills in a fast-paced environment where quality, safety, and service come first.
Responsibilities
- Supporting the Chef Manager or Chef in preparing and serving breakfast, lunch, and catered meals.
- Ensuring food is prepared safely, efficiently, and according to company standards.
- Preparing and cooking a variety of foods including meats, seafood, vegetables, and baked goods.
- Measuring, mixing, and seasoning ingredients according to recipes.
- Preparing food stations.
- Ensuring all items are cooked to proper temperatures using appropriate methods.
- Maintaining clean and sanitary work areas.
- Rotating and labeling stock.
- Monitoring food freshness and quality.
- Supporting kitchen operations by assisting with inventory, tracking food usage, and communicating equipment or supply needs to supervisors.
- Assisting at multiple stations.
- Washing kitchen equipment.
- Helping with food preparation tasks such as cutting, peeling, and portioning ingredients.
- Providing excellent customer service by greeting and serving customers in a friendly and timely manner.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 1–3 years of food service experience
- Previous customer service experience preferred
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to food safety and sanitation
Pay
Competitive pay with clear opportunities for advancement so you can grow your career.
Benefits
- $750 Sign-on Bonus! $250 after 90 days of employment and $500 after 180 days of employment
- Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, and vision plans
- Flexible spending and savings options to support your financial well-being
- Generous paid time off—including vacation and sick leave—to help you recharge
- Retirement savings plan with company match to help you plan for the future
- Employee assistance and wellness programs to support your mental and physical health
- Ongoing training and development opportunities to expand your skills and career potential
- A collaborative, team-oriented environment where your work is recognized and valued