2nd-Shift Dietary Cook for Senior Living

Americare; Union (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily access to wages

Complimentary meals

Paid time off

Job summary

Americare Senior Living seeks a dependable Dietary Cook to prepare nutritious, home-style meals for residents. You will help create a positive dining experience while upholding high standards of quality, sanitation, and safety.

Responsibilities include following menus, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and supporting a warm, home-like dining environment in line with Americare’s values.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Grade school education required.
• Experience in quantity food production, preferably in healthcare or senior living settings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals for residents, visitors, and staff in a timely manner.
• Follow dietician-approved menus while accommodating individual resident dietary needs.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen, dining areas, and food storage spaces.
• Store, label, and organize food safely per food safety guidelines.
• Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
• Set up and clear dining areas before and after meals.
• Safely operate kitchen appliances and equipment.
• Adhere to company policies and professional conduct standards.
• Maintain resident confidentiality per HIPAA.

Skills

Follow menus

Recipe adherence

Food safety

Team collaboration

Education

Grade school education

Job description

Americare Senior Living seeks a dependable Dietary Cook to prepare nutritious, home-style meals for residents. You will help create a positive dining experience while upholding high standards of quality, sanitation, and safety.

Responsibilities include following menus, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and supporting a warm, home-like dining environment in line with Americare’s values.