Cook

Care Initiatives; Coralville (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Comprehensive benefits

Referral bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Digital wallet pay

Job summary

Lantern Park Specialty Care in Coralville, IA, seeks a compassionate Cook to join our high-acuity, 90-bed skilled nursing community. You will help plan menus, prepare meals, and serve residents with dignity and respect, while adhering to dietary guidelines and safety standards.

Join Care Initiatives family to support resident-centered care across multiple Iowa communities, with competitive pay and strong benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in quantity food preparation and service.
• Willingness to complete Food Safety and sanitation training.
• Healthcare dietary setting experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to menu planning and meal preparation while following nutritional guidelines.
• Prepare and serve meals to create an enjoyable dining experience.
• Ensure meals meet dietary requirements and food safety standards.
• Build positive relationships with residents and incorporate feedback.

Skills

Quantity food prep

Training in Food Safety

Healthcare dietary experience

Job description

Lantern Park Specialty Care, a high-acuity 90-bed long-term care skilled nursing community located in Coralville, IA, is now hiring! Join our quality focused team and grow your skills while supporting exceptional resident-centered care.

Cook

Schedule/ Shifts Available

Full-Time Days

Are you a compassionate Cook looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals during their healthcare journey? If so, join Care Initiatives as a Cook, where you will provide comprehensive care that truly matters. With over forty (40) skilled nursing communities across Iowa, we are committed to providing exceptional care and support at every stage of the healthcare journey.

As a Cook on our team, you will have the opportunity to apply your skills and demonstrate your compassion, positively influencing the lives of our residents. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of our residents and their loved ones.

What You’ll Do & Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to menu planning and meal preparation, bringing creativity and personal flair while meeting nutritional guidelines and resident preferences.
• Prepare and serve meals that create an enjoyable, dignified dining experience and support residents’ comfort, satisfaction, and quality of life.
• Ensure meals are nutritious, well-balanced, and attractively presented in accordance with dietary requirements and food safety standards.
• Develop positive, respectful relationships with residents by engaging with them and incorporating feedback into meal service whenever possible.

What it takes to become a Cook with Care Initiatives:

• Demonstrated skills in quantity food preparation and service.
• Willingness to complete training in Food, Safety, Sanitation and Modified Diets.
• Experience in a healthcare dietary setting a plus!

Why Join Care Initiatives?

• Competitive Compensation: Earn a highly competitive wage.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Eligible employees enjoy robust benefit options including medical, dental, vision, 403(b) retirement savings plan, PTO, and more.
• Referral Bonus Program: Earn cash rewards for referring your friends.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Develop your skills with company paid training and education to take your career to the next level.
• Digital Wallet Access: Get paid as you earn—no more waiting for payday!

Start Your Journey with Us

Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, Care Initiatives will honor your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming. Care Initiatives is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. Care Initiatives complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, parental status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.