Cook

Lionstone Healthcare; Fairfield (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits including Medical, and

401k with company match

Early Pay via Tapcheck

Employee Perks & Discount program via,

PTO + Company Holidays + Floating Holi

Referral Bonus Program

Mentorship Programs

Internal/Upskilling Growth Opportuniti

Continued Education Loan Repayment

Job summary

Fairfield Care Community is seeking a dedicated Cook to support our residents with nutritious, appetizing meals prepared from planned menus. You will work under supervision, ensuring portion control and dietary requirements are met.

Join a team that values respect, growth, and collaboration. We offer benefits, flexible scheduling, and opportunities to advance in food service within a supportive, Resident-centered environment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to make independent decisions and follow instructions.
• Ability to work tactfully with residents, families, and staff.
• Reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English required.

Responsibilities

• Review menus and assist with meal preparation.
• Prepare meals according to planned menus and dietary needs.
• Ensure portions are controlled and meals are appealing.
• Assist with daily safety and sanitation practices.
• Help inventory and organize food supplies as needed.
• Respect residents' rights and document care-related actions.

Skills

Independent decision‑making

Follow instructions

Interpersonal with residents

Reading/writing English

Job description

Cook

Job Summary: At Fairfield Care Community, we're building together: Smarter. Long-Term. Care. We invest in people, not just positions. Through career growth opportunities, supportive leadership, meaningful relationships, and a culture of respect and empowerment, we help our employees thrive both personally and professionally. If you're looking for a workplace where your contributions matter, your growth is supported, and your work makes a lasting impact, you'll find it at Fairfield Care Community.

Responsibilities:

Administrative Functions:

• Review menus prior to preparation of food

• Inspect special diet trays to assure that the correct diet is served to the resident

• Perform administrative requirements such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc.

• Coordinate food service with other departments as necessary

• Work with the Facility's dietitian and implement recommended changes as required

Food Service Functions:

• Prepare meals in accordance with planned menus

• Prepare and serve meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance

• Serve food in accordance with established portion control procedures

• Prepare food for therapeutic diets in accordance with planned menus

• Prepare and provide bedtime snacks

Safety and Sanitation:

• Prepare food in accordance with sanitary regulations as well as our established policies and procedures

• Ensure that safety regulations and precautions are followed at all times by all personnel

• Follow established Infection Control Precautions policies and procedures when performing daily tasks

Equipment and Supply Functions:

• Ensure that food and supplies for the next meal are readily available

• Assist in inventorying and storing in-coming food, supplies, etc.

• Recommend to the Dietary Director the equipment and supply needs of the department

Resident Rights:

• Honor the resident's refusal of treatment request

• Abide by the resident's participation in treatment decision

• Inform the resident of consequences of not participating in prescribed therapy and document such action in the resident's clinical record

Qualifications:

• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions, to follow instructions, and to accept constructive criticism

• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies or personnel, and the general public

• Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, etc., and maintain the appearance of maintenance work areas

• Must have the ability to minimize waste of supplies, misuse of equipment, etc.

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language

People-Centered Rewards:

• Health benefits including Medical, Dental & Vision

• 401k with company match

• Early Pay via Tapcheck!

• Employee Perks & Discount program via NES

• PTO + Company Holidays + Floating Holidays

• $Referral Bonus Program$

• Mentorship Programs

• Internal/Upskilling Growth Opportunities

• Continued Education Loan Repayment Program powered by Clasp