Assisted Living Kitchen Chef — Fresh, Safe Meals

The Wyndmoor of Marion (2); Marion (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Wyndmoor of Marion (2) is seeking a Cook to prepare meals according to menus and recipes for residents and their guests, collaborating with team to ensure timely, safe, high‑quality service in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities include all aspects of food preparation and serving, maintaining meal times, labeling and storing items, monitoring temperatures, record keeping, and assisting the Dining Director in kitchen operations while upholding sanitary standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Technical training and prior food service experience, preferably in a healthcare environment.
• ServSafe certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform all aspects of food preparation and serving for residents as required.
• Manage all functions of culinary preparation, execution, and serving according to established menus and recipes.
• Maintain established meal times by having all items prepared on time.
• Maintain all necessary records and documentation.
• Label, date, cover, and store all food items properly.
• Control food and material waste.
• Have knowledge of and ensure compliance with all sanitary and food preparation procedures.
• Record refrigerator and freezer temperatures and take corrective action if temperatures are incorrect.
• Clean and monitor all kitchen and food preparation equipment to ensure proper working order and quality.
• Ensure proper food preparation accuracy, timeliness, presentation, and temperatures for all food items.
• Assist Dining Director in assigned duties related to kitchen operations.
• Create a clean, comfortable, and safe environment and ensure that the highest quality of nutritional care is delivered.
• Maintain and work within established departmental, center, and corporate policies and procedures, objectives, quality improvement program, and safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
• Attend and participate in scheduled training, educational classes, and orientation programs to maintain and enhance quality of care.
• Perform other related activities as assigned or requested.

Skills

Healthcare experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Wyndmoor of Marion (2) is seeking a Cook to prepare meals according to menus and recipes for residents and their guests, collaborating with team to ensure timely, safe, high‑quality service in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities include all aspects of food preparation and serving, maintaining meal times, labeling and storing items, monitoring temperatures, record keeping, and assisting the Dining Director in kitchen operations while upholding sanitary standards.