Full-Time Cook – Stable Schedule | No Late Nights | Meaningful Work
Sunshine Acres is seeking an experienced Full-Time Cook to join our dining services team. This role is ideal for someone with strong cooking experience who is looking for a stable schedule, team-oriented environment, and better work-life balance than a traditional restaurant kitchen.
Our kitchen prepares daily meals for approximately 100 children and staff in a high-volume, semi-scratch kitchen focused on quality, consistency, and nutrition.
Position Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook lunch and dinner meals in a high-volume kitchen environment
- Cook proteins, sides, soups, casseroles, and other large-batch menu items
- Follow recipes, production schedules, and portion standards
- Maintain food safety, sanitation, and kitchen cleanliness standards
- Assist with prep work, kitchen organization, and inventory rotation
- Work collaboratively with the dining services team to ensure timely meal service
What We’re Looking For
- Minimum of 2 years of professional cooking experience preferred
- Experience in a school, hospital, cafeteria, catering, production kitchen, catering, or high-volume kitchen environment strongly preferred
- Ability to prepare quality meals efficiently and consistently in a fast-paced kitchen
- Comfortable cooking proteins, sides, soups, casseroles, and large-batch menu items
- Ability to follow recipes, production schedules, and food safety standards
- Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented
- Strong organizational skills and attention to cleanliness and sanitation
- Flexibility to work day/evening shifts and occasional weekends
Why Join Our Team
- No late-night shifts
- Consistent and predictable scheduling
- Stable, long-term work environment
- Supportive team atmosphere
- Opportunity to use your cooking skills in a meaningful setting
Requirements
- Pass background check and drug test
- Eligible for Fingerprint Clearance Card (company paid)
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid Time Off
If you are looking for a stable kitchen environment where your work truly makes a difference, we encourage you to apply.
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Have you worked in a commercial or high-volume kitchen?
- How many years of professional cooking experience do you have?
License/Certification:
- Fingerprint Clearance Card (Required)
Work Location: In person
