Compassionate Cook — Senior Care Dining Expert

70000 The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society; Villisca (IA); On-site; USD 2,135,000 - 3,237,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night/weekend shift differentials

Education assistance

Continuing education

Direct access to earnings daily

Robust benefits package

Job summary

Sanford Health in Villisca, IA, is seeking a Cook to prepare and serve food for patients, staff, and visitors. You will follow recipes and HACCP guidelines while ensuring safe, high-quality meals in a dynamic kitchen.

The role offers generous shift differentials, education assistance, and advancement opportunities. Benefits vary by status and include access to daily earnings and a strong team environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions.
• Ability to perform basic math.
• Minimum of six months of applicable experience preferred.
• On-the-job training will be provided.
• Serv Safe may be required depending on location.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, assembles baked goods, cooks, seasons and portions food for patients/residents, staff, and visitors.
• Adheres to food quality standards of appearance, taste, temperature and sanitation.
• Performs washing and cleaning duties to insure sanitation and cleanliness in cooking and serving areas.
• Maintains labeling and storage of food, equipment, and machinery.
• Works with internal customers, requires strong communication and teamwork.
• Follows HACCP guidelines to prepare, store and use food and food products.

Skills

Reading & writing

Basic math

Communication

Teamwork

Dependability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Sanford Health in Villisca, IA, is seeking a Cook to prepare and serve food for patients, staff, and visitors. You will follow recipes and HACCP guidelines while ensuring safe, high-quality meals in a dynamic kitchen.

The role offers generous shift differentials, education assistance, and advancement opportunities. Benefits vary by status and include access to daily earnings and a strong team environment.