First Cook

Line/Prep Cook

As a Line/Prep Cook, you'll play a key role in creating fresh, delicious meals for our residents while supporting the daily operations of the vibrant 2Life Dining Program. This is more than just a cooking job it's an opportunity to make a real impact through food, teamwork, and community care.

Essential Job Functions

• Effectively communicate with the 2Life team and staff to ensure resident needs and requests are met
• Communicates effectively and with empathy with residents and stakeholders, and effectively receives feedback
• Conveys appropriate action plans and enforces policies and SOP's (Standard Operating Procedures)
• Assists in the planning and execution of menus and special diets
• Prepares and/or supervises the preparation of meals and special diets
• Assists the Executive Chef in ordering food and equipment for the kitchen and dining areas
• Ensures the timely and orderly service of meals and proper nutritional diets
• Ensures that the kitchen, food storage, and dining areas are maintained in compliance with applicable health codes, regulations, and department policies
• Accounts for all kitchen stores, equipment, and utensils
• Maintains the cleanliness of all kitchen, storage, and dining areas, equipment, and utensils
• Participates in mandatory training
• Other related duties as the Executive Chef may assign

Preparation, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Must meet one or more of the following criteria:
• Three or more years' experience as a Cook or Chef preparing food for large numbers of people
• A degree or certificate from a culinary arts institution
• ServSafe Certification
• Willingness to work with and train team in food preparation
• Flexibility and ability to learn and perform new duties and skills as assigned

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

• Ability to stand on your feet for up to 8 hours
• Ability to lift items weighing between 10 to 50 pounds
• Constant bending and reaching as high as 8 feet, using step ladder if necessary
• Ability to walk through and deliver meals through overheated hallways
• Ability to handle equipment at temperatures as high as 500 degrees
• Ability to handle temperatures as low as 10 below zero
• Will be handling knives and other sharp objects

Beyond the Paycheck: Why You'll Love Working Here:

We don't just offer a job; we invest in your entire life. Our "Total Rewards" package adds an extra 27% to 30%+ in value on top of your base salary.

Comprehensive Health: Premium Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for you and your family.

Future-Proofing: 401(k) retirement planning and employer-paid Life, AD&D, and Disability insurance (Short & Long Term).

Rest & Recharge: Generous paid vacation, official holidays, plus 2 floating holidays to use whenever you need a break.

Family-Friendly: Inclusion for your "+1" and dependents, plus Pet Insurance for your furry family members.