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Grow your career. Thrive through teamwork. Create meaningful, personalized experiences.\nStarting at $20.00 per hour!\nShift 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM\nAt Lifespace, team members are at the center of delivering a purpose driven experience for our residents! We provide an environment where each team member can live their aspirations, developing in their career, making a difference, and being a part of a meaningful mission. Join our talented team of Cooks today!\nA few details about the role:\nManage production and prepare a wide variety of standard and custom baked goods according to recipes.\nMix, bake, build, decorate, and inscribe products in an efficient manner (as applicable.\nPrepare all food items per menu requirements following designated recipes.\nPrepare plates and garnish food items to be served to residents and guests.\nPrepare food production to coordinate with meal service hours so that quality, temperature, and appearance of food are preserved.\nEnsure food safety by monitoring food temperatures and use proper food storage techniques in accordance with state and local standards.\nMaintain work area in a safe and sanitary condition may include cleaning cooking equipment, and other areas of the kitchen as assigned.\nAnd here’s what you need to apply:\nHigh school diploma or equivalent required.\nOne year of experience as a prep cook or similar position.\nState Certified in Safe Food Handling and Sanitation if state certification program exists.\nLifespace has enjoyed over 40 years of success, and this is just the beginning. 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