Compassionate Care Cook for Senior Living

Healthcare Services Group, Inc; Galax (VA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telemedicine

Prescription discounts

Employee assistance programs

EarnedIt payments

PNC financial wellness

Hands-on training

Career development

Job summary

Healthcare Services Group, Inc. is seeking a Cook to prepare and cook nutritious meals for residents in a long-term care facility.

You will ensure food quality, taste, and presentation meet HCSG standards while delivering positive interactions with residents and staff. The position offers hourly pay between $13.00 and $14.00, with benefits including telemedicine, prescription discounts, employee assistance, EarnedIt payments, financial wellness from PNC, hands-on training, and career

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience as a cook or in food preparation is preferred.
• Ability to follow recipes and dietary restrictions.
• Maintain a positive attitude and effectively communicate with building occupants, administration, and HCSG leadership to perform daily tasks.
• Compliance with COVID-19 vaccination policies.
• Must be able to lift/carry a maximum of 50 pounds, push/pull a maximum of 50 pounds, stand, sit, bend and walk for extended periods.
• Must be able to perform routine, repetitive tasks continuously.
• Must be able to work around food and cleaning products.
• May be required to complete an approved sanitation and safety course.
• Current ServSafe or Food Handler certification is required based on State / County law.
• Residency within the service area required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to planned menus and recipes.
• Ensure food quality, taste, and presentation meet HCSG standards.
• Adhere to food safety and sanitation guidelines; maintain a clean and orderly kitchen.
• Assist with inventory management and ordering of supplies.
• Interact positively with residents, staff, and guests, providing excellent customer service.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Food safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ServSafe or Food Handler certification

Job description

Healthcare Services Group, Inc. is seeking a Cook to prepare and cook nutritious meals for residents in a long-term care facility.

You will ensure food quality, taste, and presentation meet HCSG standards while delivering positive interactions with residents and staff. The position offers hourly pay between $13.00 and $14.00, with benefits including telemedicine, prescription discounts, employee assistance, EarnedIt payments, financial wellness from PNC, hands-on training, and career