Cook

Waters of Greencastle, The, LLC; Greencastle (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Scheduling

Paid Vacation Time-Cash

Paid Sick Time

Attendance Bonus

Group Health Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Life insurance plans

Disability plans

Job summary

Waters of Greencastle, The, LLC in Greencastle, IN, is hiring a Cook to prepare breakfast, lunch, and dinner for residents, following dietary restrictions and providing alternatives as needed.

You will work in a senior living environment, with a focus on sanitation, teamwork, and compassionate service; strong attention to food safety and a willingness to support residents daily.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school education or equivalent.
• At least 1 year dietary experience in a hospital or SNF preferred.
• Must possess a sanitation certificate.
• Must be able to cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
• Must be knowledgeable of dietary procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
• Follow dietary restrictions and provide alternatives for residents.
• Maintain sanitation and food safety standards.
• Operate kitchen equipment and maintain cleanliness.
• Collaborate with care staff and residents as needed.

Skills

Institutional cooking experience

Food preparation knowledge

Sanitation and hygiene knowledge

Ability to follow instructions

Ability to work with elders

Education

High school education or equivalent

Sanitation certificate

Job description

NOW HIRING - COOK

COME JOIN OUR TEAM!

A comprehensive benefit package includes:

Etxcellent Pay

Flexible Scheduling

Paid Vacation Time-Cash

Paid Sick Time

Attendance Bonus

Group Health Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Life insurance plans

Disability plans

POSITION SUMMARY: A Cook prepares and assists with food preparation for breakfast, lunch, and dinner while following specific dietary restrictions and provides alternatives for our residents.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS - COOK:

• Some experience in institutional cooking.
• Knowledge of food preparation, sanitation and hygienic methods.
• Follow verbal and written instructions.
• Sincere desire to work with elders and others who have a limited capacity for self-care.
• Mental & physical capacity to perform the essential job functions with or without accommodations.
• Work with and provides care to individuals of a wide range of personality types and maturity levels.
• The ability to demonstrate creative initiative and mature judgment in making competent decisions.
• Consistently maintain courteous, empathic, and professional attitude.
• Maintain confidentiality of all activities and persons.
• Maintain a professional appearance at all times.
• Communicate and comprehend orally and in writing to effectively receive and share information as necessary to perform job duties.
• Transportation accessible to enable flexibility of work schedule.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE - COOK:

• Must possess, as a minimum, a high school education or equivalent
• One (1) year dietary experience in a hospital, skilled nursing care facility, or other related medical facility preferred (but not necessary)
• Must have a sanitation certificate
• Must be able to cook a variety of foods in large quantities
• Must be knowledgeable of dietary procedures

Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, This company complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.