Cook for people, not tickets. Create memorable experiences. Help us redefine senior living dining—and still have a life outside the kitchen! Bring your culinary passion to Brookridge Heights, a Sonida Senior Living community in Marquette, MI where great food, hospitality and relationships come together. If you're ready for a different kind of culinary career—one where you can create memorable dining experiences, build meaningful relationships and still have a life outside the kitchen—we'd love to meet you.
What You'll Love About Working Here
Flexible scheduling**
Competitive pay
PTO available starting on Day One
Paid training
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance*
401(k) retirement savings plan with discretionary company match
Employee Assistance Program
Dependent Care and Flexible Spending Accounts
Educational and learning opportunities
Paid Team Member and Resident referral programs
Innovative technology designed to support you and enhance resident care
Enjoy no late-night restaurant hours — kitchen service typically wraps up by 7–8 p.m., with an evening cook providing coverage
Help create a more restaurant-style, hospitality-driven dining experience for our residents
Bring your creativity to menus, special events and themed dining experiences
Build relationships with the people you serve and learn their individual preferences.
Enjoy a more predictable schedule and better work-life balance than traditional restaurant kitchens.
Work in an environment where great food and great hospitality truly matter.
What You'll Do
As a Cook, you'll help create delicious and enjoyable dining experiences while ensuring meals are prepared safely and meet the dietary needs of our residents. Your responsibilities may include:
Preparing and cooking meals according to established menus, recipes, and dietary requirements
Ensuring meals are prepared and served in a timely manner
Maintaining high standards of food quality, presentation, and taste
Following proper food handling, sanitation, and safety procedures
Assisting with meal planning, food preparation, and special dietary needs as assigned
Maintaining a clean, safe, and organized kitchen and work environment
Monitoring food supplies and communicating inventory or equipment needs
Working collaboratively with the Dining Services team to provide an exceptional experience for residents
Following all company policies, food safety standards, and applicable local and state regulations
What we're looking for
The ideal candidate is someone who:
Has a passion for cooking and preparing quality meals
Enjoys working with seniors and making a difference in their day
Takes pride in their work and pays attention to quality and detail
Understands the importance of food safety and sanitation
Is dependable, organized, and able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
Works well independently and as part of a team
Has previous cooking or food service experience (preferred)
Why Brookridge Heights
At Brookridge Heights, the meals you prepare are more than just food—they are an important part of our residents' day. Your skills, creativity, and care can help create moments of comfort, connection, and joy.
If you're ready to bring your passion for cooking to a career with purpose, join our supportive team and make a difference one meal at a time. We'd love to meet you—apply today!
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
**Weekends and holidays are part of the role, as expected in a hospitality position, but you won't be living at work.
**Scheduling eligibility may vary based on location.
Job details are sourced from the employer's original posting.
