Compassionate Cook — Day Shift (Long-Term Care)

Care Initiatives; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Full benefits

Referral bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Digital wallet pay

Job summary

Care Initiatives in Iowa is seeking a compassionate Cook to contribute to nutritious, well-balanced meals for residents in a skilled nursing setting. You’ll participate in menu planning, food preparation, and service, while supporting resident comfort and dignity.

This role offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, referral bonuses, and tuition reimbursement. Training in Food Safety and Modified Diets is provided, with a digital wallet pays you as you earn.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated skills in quantity food preparation and service.
• Willingness to complete training in Food Safety, Sanitation and Modified Diets.
• Experience in a healthcare dietary setting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to menu planning and meal preparation while meeting nutritional guidelines and resident preferences.
• Prepare and serve meals that support residents’ comfort, satisfaction and quality of life.
• Ensure meals are nutritious, well-balanced, and presented according to dietary requirements and food safety standards.
• Develop positive, respectful relationships with residents and incorporate feedback into meal service.

Skills

Quantity food preparation

Food service

Food safety training

Job description

Care Initiatives in Iowa is seeking a compassionate Cook to contribute to nutritious, well-balanced meals for residents in a skilled nursing setting. You’ll participate in menu planning, food preparation, and service, while supporting resident comfort and dignity.

This role offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, referral bonuses, and tuition reimbursement. Training in Food Safety and Modified Diets is provided, with a digital wallet pays you as you earn.