Cook

Loveland Care Center; Loveland (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k with company match

PTO + Holidays

Job summary

Loveland Care Center is seeking a Cook to prepare meals per planned menus and therapeutic diets, ensuring portions are correct and meals are appetizing. You will help maintain cleanliness and safety in the kitchen and work closely with the dietary team to implement changes as needed.

The role emphasizes independent decision making, teamwork, and adherence to infection-control policies. This fulltime position provides benefits and growth opportunities in a community-focused care setting.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to planned menus and therapeutic diets.
• Serve meals with appropriate portions and appealing presentation.
• Review menus and ensure correct diets for residents.
• Coordinate food service with other departments and the facility dietitian as needed.
• Maintain sanitation and safety standards in all kitchen tasks.

Skills

Independent decision making

Team communication

English literacy

Customer service

Job description

Cook

Job Summary

At Loveland Care Center, 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 Loveland Care Center.

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