Cook

Love where you work! - Now Hiring Cook at Friends Homes!

Position Details:
Full Time
Shift(s):
Day Time
Starting Rate: $18.00

Friends Homes is a Life Plan Community committed to providing exceptional care and meaningful connections for older adults across all levels of service. We foster a supportive, faith-based environment where team members are valued, respected, and empowered to make a difference every day.

Whether you're providing direct care, supporting wellness and engagement, or serving behind the scenes, your work at Friends Homes is part of something greater—a mission-driven community built on compassion, dignity, and teamwork.

• Discounted meals from select on-site venues
• Access to employee gyms and indoor pool
• Onsite employee health clinic
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Insurance options for family members
• Disability and life insurance coverage
• Multiple spending account options (e.g., FSA)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Annual Leave (PAL)
• Access to earned wages before payday
• Employee scholarship opportunities
• Referral bonus program
  
  Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Credit union membership options
• Discounted tickets and local perks
• Fun employee events throughout the year
• A faith-based, mission-driven community with a strong team spirit!

• Responsible for food production process in the kitchen, ensuring meals are prepared safely, timely, and efficiently
• Adhere to State, County, and Department food standards and regulations
• Ensure meal quality and presentation meet expectations
• Assist with inventory management and ordering of supplies
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and organization, ensuring all health and safety standards are met
• Work collaboratively with kitchen staff to provide exceptional food service to residents
• Handle food preparation, cooking, and serving with attention to detail and care

• Experience in food preparation (1-2 years preferred)
• Ability to demonstrate commitment to guest relations
• Proficiency in standard math and measurement
• Knowledge of food safety regulations
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Positive attitude and ability to handle a fast-paced environment
• Must be able to speak, read, and write in English to effectively communicate and complete required tasks, including training and documentation

• Previous experience in a large-scale or institutional food setting
• Culinary school training or certification (preferred but not required)
• Ability to follow complex recipes and meal preparation instructions

At Friends Homes, every team member plays a meaningful role. If you’re passionate about serving others and want to grow in a supportive, values-driven community, we’d love to hear from you!