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Cook

Heritage Community of Kalamazoo
Kalamazoo, USA
Full Time, Part Time
Entry · 1+ years experience
Onsite
USD 17-17 hourly / hour
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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.

What you will be doing

The Cook is responsible for supporting the Chef Manager or Chef in preparing and serving breakfast, lunch, and catered meals. This role is essential in ensuring food is prepared safely, efficiently, and according to company standards. A successful Cook is detail-oriented, team-focused, and committed to maintaining high standards of food quality and customer service.

In this role, the Cook prepares and cooks a variety of foods including meats, seafood, vegetables, and baked goods. You will measure, mix, and season ingredients according to recipes, prepare food stations, and ensure all items are cooked to proper temperatures using appropriate methods. Responsibilities also include maintaining clean and sanitary work areas, rotating and labeling stock, and monitoring food freshness and quality.

The Cook supports kitchen operations by assisting with inventory, tracking food usage, and communicating equipment or supply needs to supervisors. You may also assist at multiple stations, wash kitchen equipment, and help 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 is a key part of this role.

What we offer

We provide full and part-time employees with a variety of benefits based on their employment classification, including:

$750 Sign-on Bonus! $250 after 90 days of employment and $500 after 180 days of employment

Competitive pay with clear opportunities for advancement so you can grow your career

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

What we’re looking for

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

If you are passionate about cooking, enjoy working in a collaborative environment, and take pride in delivering quality food and service, we want to hear from you. Apply today and join our team!

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