Cook

Loyalhanna Senior Suites; Latrobe (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

Paid time off

Employee referral program

Advancement opportunities

Supportive leadership

Resident-centered community

Job summary

Loyalhanna Senior Suites is seeking a dependable Cook to join our Food & Nutrition Services team in Latrobe, PA. You will prepare and serve nutritious meals for residents, following planned menus, recipes, and therapeutic diet orders, while maintaining quality and safety standards.

We offer both full-time and part-time opportunities with pay ranging from $14.00 to $16.00 per hour, based on experience. If you value teamwork, food safety, and compassionate service, we’d love to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8th-grade education required.
• Experience cooking in healthcare, long-term care, restaurant, or institutional food service preferred.
• Ability to prepare meals in large quantities.
• Food Safety Handler Certification or ability to obtain after hire.
• Knowledge of food preparation, sanitation, and safe food handling practices.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Strong organizational, teamwork, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to planned menus, standardized recipes, and therapeutic diet orders.
• Ensure food is prepared, portioned, and served in accordance with dietary guidelines and food safety standards.
• Review menus and special diet changes prior to meal preparation.
• Inspect meal trays to ensure residents receive the correct diet.
• Prepare attractive, nutritious meals and approved meal substitutions when necessary.
• Assist with meal service, special events, and holiday meals.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen at all times.
• Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, workstations, cookware, and food preparation areas.
• Monitor food temperatures, storage, labeling, and inventory.
• Assist with receiving, rotating, and storing food and supplies.
• Work collaboratively with the Dietary Manager, Dietitian, and interdisciplinary team to meet resident nutritional needs.
• Follow all federal, state, local, and facility food service regulations and infection control procedures.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Customer service

Organizational skills

Food safety

English literacy

Large-quantity cooking

Sanitation

Education

8th-grade education or equivalent

Tools

Food Safety Handler Certification

Job description

Cook

Pay: $14.00–$16.00 per hour (based on experience)
Job Type: Full-Time and Part-Time Available

Join Our Team!

We are seeking a dependable and passionate Cook to join our Food & Nutrition Services team. Our cooks play an essential role in providing nutritious, appetizing meals that enhance the health and well-being of our residents. If you enjoy cooking, working as part of a team, and making a meaningful impact every day, we'd love to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to planned menus, standardized recipes, and therapeutic diet orders.

• Ensure food is prepared, portioned, and served in accordance with dietary guidelines and food safety standards.

• Review menus and special diet changes prior to meal preparation.

• Inspect meal trays to ensure residents receive the correct diet.

• Prepare attractive, nutritious meals and approved meal substitutions when necessary.

• Assist with meal service, special events, and holiday meals.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen at all times.

• Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, workstations, cookware, and food preparation areas.

• Monitor food temperatures, storage, labeling, and inventory.

• Assist with receiving, rotating, and storing food and supplies.

• Work collaboratively with the Dietary Manager, Dietitian, and interdisciplinary team to meet resident nutritional needs.

• Follow all federal, state, local, and facility food service regulations and infection control procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8th-grade education required.

• Previous experience cooking in healthcare, long-term care, restaurant, or institutional food service preferred.

• Ability to prepare meals in large quantities.

• Food Safety Handler Certification (or ability to obtain after hire).

• Knowledge of food preparation, sanitation, and safe food handling practices.

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

• Excellent teamwork, communication, and customer service skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach throughout the shift.

• Ability to work weekends, holidays, and flexible schedules as needed.

• Ability to assist during emergency situations when necessary.

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience

• Health, dental, and vision insurance (for eligible employees)

• Paid time off

• Employee referral program

• Opportunities for advancement

• Supportive leadership and team environment

• Rewarding career serving seniors in a resident-centered community