Full Time Cook

Creative Dining Services • Zeeland, MI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Are you ready to be part of a team that ensures every detail is taken care of, to create an exceptional dining experience? Are you interested in serving our seniors and positively impacting their lives? Creative Dining is seeking experienced Full Time Cooks to join us at Royal Park Place Atrium in Zeeland, MI. Schedule: 6am - 2:30 pm or 10am - 6:30pm. 40 hours a week. Alternating weekends required. Drug Screen, fingerprinting and background check are required at this location.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years cooking experience
• High School diploma or equivalent preferred but not required

Nice To Haves

• ServSafe Certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Time food production such that all food is ready at the time of service and prepare food items according to established recipes and menus in a manner in which preserves food freshness, quality and appeal
• Utilize batch cooking techniques to avoid over or under production
• Utilize safe food handling techniques at all times and store food items according to established standards of practice; utilize proper labeling and dating
• Maintain production records (food usage, overages, shortages, customer counts, etc.) and established logs (food temperatures, cooling temperatures, cooler & freezer temperatures, etc.)
• Maintain a clean and sanitized work area
• Follow established work rules and regulations; ready for work in the kitchen, in uniform, at the scheduled time
• If work shift requires, properly open and/or close the kitchen – unlocking/locking doors & secured areas, and turning on/turning off of all equipment essential to the operation
• Maintain a safe, tidy and well-organized work environment at all times; clean up spills quickly, wear protective gear as needed (ie: slicer glove), and store wares safely
• Support other kitchen employees in assuring that the essential functions of the kitchen are performed adequately and appropriately
• Be proactive in communication; monitor communication posting areas closely
• Assist management personnel in ordering and inventory procedures
• Removal of refuse as needed
• Putting away/Pulling stock as needed

Benefits

• Early access to pay, performance bonus opportunities, paid time off, and holiday pay
• Your choice of health insurance, including dental and vision, or a health savings account with a company match up to $1,500 for you and your family
• Medication discount programs, diabetes management program, company-paid life insurance
• 401(k) or Roth retirement plan with employer match (100% of the first 3% you contribute and 50% of the next 2%)
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family with free health, emotional, financial, and legal support
• Employee discounts
• Professional development, industry certifications, and tuition reimbursement program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees