Cook/Chef

Encore Senior Living • Sterling Heights, MI

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About The Position

Cooks prepare, present, serve, clean up, and store well-balanced, delicious meals for senior residents. They use menus tailored to seniors and apply adaptability and critical-thinking skills to make changes as needed to support resident satisfaction. The role is suited to an energetic, passionate, detail-oriented cook who enjoys working with seniors and contributing to their daily lives. A full training program is offered, and Encore is willing to train the right candidate.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• A flexible, energetic, people-oriented approach and the ability to project calm, care, and professionalism in work-related situations.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience preparing food from scratch or equivalent is preferred.
• Passion for cooking and interest in working with seniors.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals from scratch and follow menus specified for seniors.
• Present and serve meals to residents.
• Adapt menus or make changes as needed to support resident satisfaction.
• Clean up and store food and kitchen items.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance offered for eligible full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Paid time off accrual.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee Referral Program.
• Full training program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED