Compassionate Cook - Flexible Schedule & Growth

Volare Health, LLC; Lake Providence (LA); On-site; USD 14,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Career advancement

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

FSA

HSA

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Cypress at Lake Providence in Lake Providence, LA is seeking a Cook to join our dietary team within the Volare Health family. You’ll prepare and serve meals according to planned menus, resident diets, and safety standards under the supervision of the Dietary Services Manager.

We value dependability, teamwork, and a positive attitude, with opportunities for career advancement, and benefits including health coverage and paid time off. Flexible scheduling is available in this healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Food Handler's Permit and/or ServSafe certification.
• Experience cooking in restaurant/healthcare/senior living/institutional setting preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work well as part of a team.
• Dependable, positive attitude with a genuine desire to serve and care for others.
• Ability to interact respectfully with residents, families, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals according to planned menus, recipes, diets, portions, and temperature controls.
• Ensure meals meet residents' dietary needs and preferences.
• Review meal trays for accuracy before service.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary kitchen and dining area.
• Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, dishes, and floors.
• Store food, supplies, and equipment following safety procedures.
• Assist with receiving, inventorying, and storing incoming food and supplies.
• Follow safety, sanitation, and infection-control policies.
• Report hazardous conditions and equipment issues to supervision.
• Work in varying temperatures near ovens, stoves, and walk-in refrigerators/freezers.
• Collaborate with dietary team and facility staff to deliver excellent service.

Skills

Food safety

Teamwork

Communication

Cooking experience

ServSafe

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Cypress at Lake Providence in Lake Providence, LA is seeking a Cook to join our dietary team within the Volare Health family. You’ll prepare and serve meals according to planned menus, resident diets, and safety standards under the supervision of the Dietary Services Manager.

We value dependability, teamwork, and a positive attitude, with opportunities for career advancement, and benefits including health coverage and paid time off. Flexible scheduling is available in this healthcare setting.