Cook

Cook

The Cook is a dynamic part of the Dining Services team that ensures the highest quality food service experience for residents by working in tandem with leadership and other dietary team members. 

Qualified Cooks should be motivated team-players who are passionate about working with seniors in an environment of Respect and Joy! Bring your customer service excellence and join the Rivers of Grosse Pointe Woods to become part of our passionate and innovative Dining Services team! Our Mission is to be a premier health and rehabilitation center by exceeding the expectations of our Residents, Families of Residents, and Employees.

Responsibilities:
• Ensure that meals provided are nutritious, well-prepared, and pleasing in a timely and consistent manner while adhering to menus, diet orders and special requests.
• Follow recipes, controls, portions, and presentation specifications as set by the Dietary Manager.
• Track and report any food waste.
• Must handle, store and rotate all products properly.
• Meet Company policies and state and federal regulation regarding sanitation and safe
food handling techniques.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Medical (PPO or HMO), Dental, and Vision
• 100% Employer Paid Life Insurance For Full-Time Employees
• 401(k)
• Generous Time Off Package – Earn Time As You Work!
• Tuition Reimbursement and Scholarship Programs!

• One year experience as a cook in an institutional food service setting preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience in food service highly preferred; Previous experience working in long-term care or with the geriatric population preferred
• Must possess outstanding communication skills and be able to follow oral and written instructions

If you think this is you, apply to join the Riverview Health Retirement Communities in Grosse Pointe as we enable seniors to age with dignity and independence – even as their healthcare needs and lifestyles evolve. With a focus on high-quality personal and compassionate care, the Riverview Health teams provide residents with an active and nurturing environment – and we want you to join us in our mission!

The Rivers at Grosse Pointe is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Decisions regarding employment will be based solely on the individual's qualifications as they relate to a particular job vacancy and to promote an environment of equal employment opportunity. There will be no regard given to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, handicap or veteran's status or any other protected class as defined by law. This policy applies to all policies and procedures relating to recruitment and hiring, benefits, training and development, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Questions or concerns should be referred to Our Director of Workforce Development.