Compassionate Cook | Fresh Meals for Residents

Yona Solutions; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vis

on-site life insurance

401(k) plan

Competitive paid time off

Employee assistance program

Wages on demand

Discount & wellness programs

Career growth

Job summary

Yona Solutions is seeking a cook to join our team in Dayton, Ohio. You will prepare meals per the menu, maintain cleanliness and safety standards, and ensure timely service for residents and staff.

The role emphasizes quality, portion control, and proper food handling in a community dining setting. Responsibilities include following standardized recipes, maintaining labeling and dating of stored foods, and participating in ongoing safety and sanitation practices.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a cook.
• Knowledge of sanitation and safety guidelines.
• Skilled in preparing meals according to instructions.
• Apt in operating cookware, bakeware and cooking appliances.
• Friendly with good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepares all food according to the menu in a safe, sanitary manner under the direction of the food services director.
• Ensures proper preparation, portioning, and serving of foods according to standardized recipes.
• Prepares quality food products according to standardized recipes and menus.
• Adheres to all safety and sanitation standards.
• Prepares food in a timely manner at specified meal times.
• Responds to community issues or concerns that may occur in the dining room.
• Follows departmental procedures including sanitation, safety, and cleaning schedules.
• Follows proper cleaning procedures and storage of all dishes, utensils and cooking equipment.
• Ensures all food in refrigerator, freezer, and dry storage are labeled and dated.
• Oversees proper food handling and utilization of all foods to prevent contamination, increase quality, and reduce cost.
• Suggests menu or recipe changes to utilize leftovers and other supplies.
• Cleans all food service equipment, kitchen and food storage areas

Skills

Proven experience as a Cook

Sanitation and safety knowledge

Food preparation according to recipes

Good communication skills

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certification in food services (plus)

Job description

Yona Solutions is seeking a cook to join our team in Dayton, Ohio. You will prepare meals per the menu, maintain cleanliness and safety standards, and ensure timely service for residents and staff.

The role emphasizes quality, portion control, and proper food handling in a community dining setting. Responsibilities include following standardized recipes, maintaining labeling and dating of stored foods, and participating in ongoing safety and sanitation practices.