Compassionate Dietary Cook — Senior Living Kitchen

Americare Senior Living; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Recognition and Appreciation

Family Atmosphere

Paid Time Off

Daily Access to Wages

Complimentary Meals

Tuition Assistance

Comprehensive Benefits

Earn More

401(k) Plan

Job summary

Americare Senior Living is seeking a dependable Dietary Cook to prepare nutritious, home-style meals for residents and staff. You will help maintain high standards of food quality, sanitation, and safety while delivering a welcoming dining experience that supports health and comfort.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to dietician-approved menus, and caring for residents in a senior living community. This part-time position applies to first and second shifts in Springfield, IL.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Grade school education required.
• Previous experience in quantity food production preferred, especially in a healthcare or senior living setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals for residents, visitors, and staff in a timely manner.
• Follow dietician-approved menus while accommodating individual resident dietary needs.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen, dining areas, and food storage spaces.
• Store, label, and organize food safely in accordance with food safety guidelines.
• Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
• Set up and clear dining areas before and after meals.
• Safely operate kitchen appliances and equipment.
• Adhere to company policies, procedures, and professional conduct standards.
• Maintain resident confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.

Skills

Follow menus

Attention to cleanliness

Team collaboration

Service-oriented

Education

18 years or older

Grade school education

Job description

Americare Senior Living is seeking a dependable Dietary Cook to prepare nutritious, home-style meals for residents and staff. You will help maintain high standards of food quality, sanitation, and safety while delivering a welcoming dining experience that supports health and comfort.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to dietician-approved menus, and caring for residents in a senior living community. This part-time position applies to first and second shifts in Springfield, IL.