Experienced Cook – Skilled Nursing Facility

Experienced Cook – Skilled Nursing Facility

Bear Creek Nursing & Rehab Center

📍 8041 State Road 52, Hudson, FL 34667

Full-Time | Some Weekends Required

Healthcare Cooking Experience Strongly Preferred

Work Today, Get Paid Today – Daily Pay Available

Bear Creek Nursing & Rehab Center is seeking an experienced Cook to join our dietary team. This is not a restaurant position. We are looking for someone who understands the importance of nutrition, dietary compliance, food safety, and consistency in a healthcare environment.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience working in a Skilled Nursing Facility, Rehabilitation Center, Hospital, Assisted Living Community, School, or other institutional food service setting and understands the unique responsibility that comes with preparing meals for residents with specialized dietary needs.

If you're an experienced cook who takes pride in quality, safety, and serving others, we'd love to meet you.

Why Join Bear Creek Nursing & Rehab Center?

• Daily Pay – Access Your Earnings When You Need Them
• Competitive Pay Based on Experience
• Medical, Dental, Vision & Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Contributions
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Tuition Assistance & Career Development Opportunities
• Stable Full-Time Schedule
• Supportive Leadership Team
• Opportunity to Grow into Dietary Leadership Roles

What You'll Do

• Prepare and cook meals according to approved menus, physician orders, and dietary restrictions
• Ensure food is prepared, portioned, and presented according to facility standards
• Follow therapeutic diet guidelines and special meal requirements
• Maintain compliance with food safety, sanitation, and infection control regulations
• Complete temperature logs, production records, and required documentation
• Assist with inventory management, food storage, and stock rotation
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment
• Work closely with the Dietary Manager and the dietary team to ensure excellent resident satisfaction

What We're Looking For

Required

• Minimum of 1 year of cooking experience
• Ability to work weekends and holidays as needed
• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
• Dependable attendance and strong work ethic

Strongly Preferred

• Previous experience in:
• Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF)
• Long-Term Care
• Hospitals
• Rehabilitation Centers
• Assisted Living Communities
• Institutional Food Service
• Experience preparing meals for residents with therapeutic diets and dietary restrictions
• Knowledge of healthcare food service regulations and standards

What Makes You a Great Fit

• You understand that food plays a vital role in resident health and quality of life
• You can work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• You take pride in consistency, cleanliness, and food quality
• You are dependable, professional, and team-oriented
• You enjoy serving seniors and making a positive impact every day

Grow Your Career in Healthcare

This is a great opportunity for an experienced cook looking to build a long-term career in healthcare. We encourage team members interested in advancing their careers to pursue opportunities such as Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) through our tuition assistance program.

Apply Today – Immediate Interviews Available

Join a team where your work directly contributes to the health, comfort, and well-being of our residents.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Bear Creek Nursing & Rehab Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity within our workplace.

Background Screening

All background screenings will be completed through:

https://info.flclearinghouse.com

Job Disclaimer

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Duties and responsibilities may be modified based on resident care and operational needs.

#INDBC123