Care Facility Cook — Patient Meals

Life Care Centers of America; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America is seeking a Cook to prepare and serve meals for patients in accordance with regulations and Life Care standards.

Responsibilities include preparing meals by order, applying standard recipes, and ensuring food safety and nutrition adherence. The role requires teamwork, reliability, and the ability to follow diets and patient needs in a post-acute care environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year cooking or food prep experience preferred.
• Experience with large quantity meal prep is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals for patients according to diets and standards.
• Maintain food safety, sanitation, and proper handling procedures.
• Ensure adequate food and supplies for subsequent meals.
• Provide courteous customer service to patients and staff.
• Follow department policies and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Food preparation

Decision making

Safety and sanitation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1 year food prep experience preferred

Job description

Life Care Centers of America is seeking a Cook to prepare and serve meals for patients in accordance with regulations and Life Care standards.

Responsibilities include preparing meals by order, applying standard recipes, and ensuring food safety and nutrition adherence. The role requires teamwork, reliability, and the ability to follow diets and patient needs in a post-acute care environment.