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Cook - 1st Shift

Sunset
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 12 days
Location

Jenison, MI, US

Salary

$17.5 per hour

Contract type

Part Time

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  • Sunset is seeking a Cook to provide quality meals for senior adults in a caring environment, with a starting salary of $17.50 per hour, potentially higher based on experience.
  • The ideal candidate should have previous cooking or institutional food service experience, valuing teamwork and consistency in their work routine.
  • This position requires a full-time or part-time commitment, with shifts on the 1st shift and every other weekend and holiday rotation required.
  • Daily responsibilities include preparing meals, ensuring food quality, maintaining a clean workspace, and collaborating with team members in a respectful manner.
  • The work environment emphasizes reliability, respect for others, and the ability to perform typical kitchen duties while standing for extended periods.

Description

Our Mission & How We Work
At Sunset, our mission is to provide quality services to senior adults in a spirit of Christian love. In our kitchens, this mission shows up through consistency, care, and respect for the people we serve and work alongside.
We believe people do their best work in environments where leadership is honest, dependable, caring, and clear. We aim to lead with humility, serve alongside our teams, show compassion in real moments, and hold standards in ways that support both quality and dignity.


Position Summary
We are seeking a Cook who values steady routines, teamwork, and taking pride in preparing meals that support the daily wellbeing of our residents. This role is well suited for someone who appreciates clear expectations, consistent schedules, and a kitchen culture built on trust, respect, and follow through.

Schedule Details

  • Shift: 1st Shift 
  • Full-time and Part-Time status available
  • Every other weekend required
  • Holiday rotation required

What This Role Looks Like Day to Day

  • Preparing and cooking meals according to established menus and recipes
  • Ensuring food quality, portioning, and presentation standards are met
  • Maintaining a clean, organized, and food safe work environment
  • Following sanitation, safety, and infection control guidelines
  • Communicating clearly and respectfully with dietary and care team members
  • Assisting with prep, stocking, and general kitchen responsibilities
  • Contributing to a calm, dependable, and team oriented kitchen environment

What We Value in Team Members

  • Reliability — showing up prepared and following through on commitments
  • A steady, focused work style, especially during service times
  • Willingness to follow direction and work within established systems
  • Respect for coworkers, residents, and the purpose behind the work
  • Ability to stand for extended periods and perform typical kitchen duties

Pay & Work Environment

  • Starting at $17.50/hour, with higher rates considered based on experience
  • Consistent, set shift hours
  • Meal included during your shift
  • Uniform provided, including nonslip Sketchers shoes
  • EAP and Chaplain services provided
  • Leadership that values honesty, follow through, and care for people
  • A workplace where accountability and support go hand in hand
  • Meaningful work that directly supports the daily experience of senior adults

If this sounds like you, apply today!

Requirements

Previous cooking experience or institutional food service experience preferred




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