Cook

The Valley Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center; Mancos (CO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Daily pay options

Referral bonuses

Career advancement

Comprehensive benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Supportive team

Job summary

The Valley Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Mancos, CO is seeking a dependable Dietary Cook to prepare nutritious meals for residents. You will follow planned menus and dietary requirements, ensuring safety, quality, and appealing presentation.

We offer competitive pay with daily pay options, referral bonuses, career advancement opportunities, comprehensive benefits, tuition reimbursement, and a supportive team in a long-term care environment. Shifts available: Full-Time and Part-Time.

Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare, hospitality, or institutional settings.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to follow dietary needs and restrictions.
• Reliable, organized and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to collaborate with dietary staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to planned menus and dietary requirements.
• Ensure meals are prepared safely, timely, and with attention to taste and presentation.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and follow sanitation standards.
• Collaborate with dietary staff to meet residents' preferences and special diets.
• Follow recipes and portion guidelines accurately.
• Monitor food temperatures and document according to standards.
• Assist with inventory, storage and receiving deliveries.
• Perform additional duties to support dietary operations.

Skills

Cooking

Food Safety

Sanitation

Teamwork

Reliability

Job description

Join Our Team as a Dietary Cook!

Location: The Valley Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, Mancos, CO

Address: 211 E 3rd Ave, Mancos, CO 81328

Call: [phone]

Shifts Available: Full-Time and Part-Time shifts available!

Competitive Pay + Benefits!

At The Valley Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, we’re looking for dependable and experienced Dietary Cooks to join our team and help provide nutritious, well-prepared meals to our residents. If you have a passion for cooking and want to make a difference in the lives of seniors in a skilled nursing facility, we want to hear from you!

Why The Valley Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center?

• Competitive pay with daily pay options
• Bonuses for employee referrals – Help grow our team and get rewarded
• Career advancement opportunities in culinary services and healthcare support
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, PTO, and employer-sponsored life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education in culinary arts or healthcare fields
• Be part of a supportive team in a long-term care environment that truly values its staff

Your Role:

• Prepare and cook meals according to planned menus and dietary requirements
• Ensure meals are prepared safely, timely, and with attention to taste and presentation
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and follow all sanitation and infection control standards
• Collaborate with dietary staff to meet residents’ preferences and special diets
• Accurately follow recipes, portion guidelines, and dietary restrictions
• Monitor food temperatures and document according to regulatory standards
• Assist with inventory, food storage, and receiving deliveries
• Perform additional duties as assigned in support of dietary operations

Who We’re Looking For:

• Prior cooking experience in a healthcare, hospitality, or institutional setting preferred
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and special dietary needs
• Reliable, organized, and able to work in a fast-paced environment
• A caring and respectful team player committed to quality service
• Reliable transportation and punctual attendance are required

Ready for a Rewarding Career?

At The Valley Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, your culinary skills will directly support the health and well-being of our residents. We offer competitive wages based on experience and the chance to grow in a caring and professional environment.

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.