Cook

Cascades At Skyview; Bridgeport (NE); On-site; USD 2,066,400 - 2,617,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid PTO

Competitive pay

Job summary

Cascades at Skyview, a skilled nursing and rehabilitation community in Bridgeport, NE, is seeking a Cook to join our supportive team. You will follow recipes, prepare nutritious meals, and ensure proper temperatures and service times for our residents.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and a current Food Handlers Permit; ServSafe is preferred. Prior experience in a SNF kitchen is a plus, with opportunities to grow within our caring environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a commercial kitchen serving residents in a skilled nursing setting is preferred.
• Current Food Handlers Permit is required.
• ServSafe Certification is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Follows recipes and prepares meals according to the menu cycle.
• Cooks or prepares meals in institutional quantities at proper temperatures and times.
• Adjusts quantities to meet resident needs and census.
• Serves meals on time and maintains clean, organized work area.
• Prepares and maintains food substitutes for resident choices.
• Assists Dietary Manager in inspections and surveys.
• Follows infection control policies at all times.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Commercial kitchen experience

Food Handlers Permit

ServSafe Certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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, and we're always 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.