Cook

Cascades at Skyview; Bridgeport (NE); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

401(k) matching

Insurance options

PTO

Job summary

Cascades at Skyview in Bridgeport, NE is hiring a Cook to prepare meals for residents in our skilled nursing community. You will follow menus, prepare nutritious meals in institutional quantities, and ensure meals are served on time with proper temperatures.

We value teamwork, food safety, and reliability. The role requires a Food Handlers Permit, English literacy, and at least 1 year in a commercial kitchen; ServSafe is preferred and a high school diploma or equivalent is expected.

Qualifications

• Current Food Handlers Permit is required.
• ServSafe Certification is preferred.
• Ability to read, speak, and understand English.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ year experience in a commercial kitchen required.
• Experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Follows recipes and prepares meals per menu cycle.
• Cooks in institutional quantities ensuring proper temperatures.
• Adjusts quantities to meet resident needs and census.
• Serves meals on time and keeps a clean, organized area.
• Maintains substitutions to accommodate resident preferences.
• Assists Dietary Manager for inspections and surveys.
• Adheres to infection control policies at all times.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Food safety

English proficiency

Culinary skills

Kitchen experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ServSafe Certification

Tools

Food handlers permit

Job description

Cook

Cascades at Skyview, Bridgeport NE

Cascades at Skyview is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation community where compassionate care and professional growth go hand in hand. We proudly serve residents who depend on us for both long-term and short-term care, andwe'realways interested in connecting with dedicated professionals who share our commitment to excellence.

If you're looking for a workplace with a supportive team, appreciative residents, and opportunities to grow your career, Skyview may be the right fit for you.

What you'll do:

• Follows recipes and prepare meals that correspond to the menu cycle
• Cooks or prepares palatable, attractive, nutritionally adequate meals in institutional quantities according to census and diet type, that are served at proper temperatures and at proper times
• Adjusts food quantities according to the needs of residents to prevent over/under production of food
• Serves meals on time
• Keeps a clean and organized work area
• Prepares and maintain a supply of food substitutes to accommodate resident's choice and preferences
• Assists Dietary Manager in preparations for inspections and state surveys
• Follows facility policies and procedures for infection control at all times
• Other duties as necessary and assigned.

What we offer:

• Competitive hourly paybased on experience
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options
• Generouspaidtime off(PTO)

What we're looking for:

• Current Food Handlers Permit
• ServSafe Certification is preferred
• Ability to read, speak, and understand English
• High school diploma or equivalent
• One plus years' experience working in a commercial kitchen
• Experience cooking in a skilled nursing facility a plus

Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions:

• Exposure to body fluids and communicable diseases
• Full range of body motion including handling and lifting objects
• Ability to lift/push/pull 50-100 lbs. unassisted
• Ability to stand or walk for long periods of time
• Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met
• Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of the facility

Why us:

Our Cooks care for a geriatric population that depends on consistent, knowledgeable, and compassionate care. We value teamwork, respect, and professional development-and we're proud of the supportive environment we've built.

If you're a Cook who takes pride in providing quality care and wants to be part of a supportive, people-first team, we'd love to hear from you.