Cook

Dietary services are a major piece of the center’s work, and this thriving unit seeks a Cook to join its ranks. This entry level position works directly with the Director of Dietary to ensure quality nutritional/food services are provided daily.

Responsibilities include:

• Preparing high quality, nutritious food, as directed by the daily production sheet
• Carving and portioning meat for service • Serving hot foods on tray lines
• Checking special diet trays for accuracy
• Cleaning the kitchen, equipment and food service spaces, as instructed
• Ensuring minimal food waste, in both preparation, service and consumption
• Ensuring safe operation of kitchen and food service equipment
• Additional food service responsibilities, as assigned

Qualifications:

This is an entry-level position with significant growth potential. Candidates must be high school graduates or possess a GED equivalent and have some prior experience in cooking/food service. Specific healthcare/geriatric care service is preferred, but not required. Candidate must be able to provide driver's license or personal identification card at the time of interview and must be able to pass a criminal background check and drug screen.

Benefits Include (see the facility for more details):

• Employee and resident referral bonuses
• Paid time off for full-time employees
• Six paid holidays after 90 days
• Employer-subsidized health insurance options after 60 days
• Option to purchase supplemental Aflac insurance via payroll deduction
• Tuition reimbursement up to $2000.00 a year for up to two years based upon grades
• $2.50-3.00 employee meals