Compassionate Cook & Dietary Aide — Flexible Shifts

Care Initiatives; Osceola (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits

Referral Bonus Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Digital Wallet Access

Job summary

Southern Hills Specialty Care in Osceola, IA, seeks a compassionate Cook/Dietary Aide to support residents with nutritious meals. You will participate in meal preparation and service in a 90-bed long‑term care setting.

You will assist with menu planning, food preparation, and serving while following safety standards. This role offers day and evening shifts with FT/PT options within Care Initiatives' Iowa network.

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 a plus.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to menu planning and meal preparation, 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 attractively presented following dietary requirements and safety standards.
• Develop positive, respectful relationships with residents and incorporate feedback into meal service.

Skills

Quantity food preparation

Food safety training

Modified diets

Healthcare dietary setting (plus)

Job description

Southern Hills Specialty Care in Osceola, IA, seeks a compassionate Cook/Dietary Aide to support residents with nutritious meals. You will participate in meal preparation and service in a 90-bed long‑term care setting.

You will assist with menu planning, food preparation, and serving while following safety standards. This role offers day and evening shifts with FT/PT options within Care Initiatives' Iowa network.