Cook

Pine Ridge Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center; Pagosa Springs (CO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Bonuses for employee referrals

Opportunities for advancement

Daily pay options

Job summary

Pine Ridge Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is seeking Dietary Cooks to provide nutritious meals for residents. This role demands prior cooking experience and knowledge of food safety standards, ensuring high-quality service in a skilled nursing facility.

We offer competitive pay plus comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, and opportunities for advancement. Join our supportive team and make a difference in the lives of seniors!

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to planned menus and dietary requirements.
• Ensure meals are prepared safely, timely, and with attention to taste.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and follow sanitation standards.
• Collaborate with dietary staff to meet residents’ preferences.
• Accurately follow recipes and dietary restrictions.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food safety knowledge

Sanitation practices

Team collaboration

Time management

Job description

Join Our Team as a Dietary Cook!

Location: Pine Ridge Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center, Pagosa Springs, CO

Address: 119 Bastille Dr, Pagosa Springs, CO 81147

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

Competitive Pay + Benefits!

At Pine Ridge Rehabilitation & 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 Pine Ridge?

• Competitive pay with daily pay options
• Bonuses for employee referrals
• Opportunities for advancement 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
• Join a supportive team that values quality care and service

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

At Pine Ridge, your culinary skills will help support the health and well-being of our long-term care residents. We offer competitive wages based on experience and a chance to grow within a caring and professional environment.

Apply Today! Walk-ins are welcome at 119 Bastille Dr, Pagosa Springs, CO 81147

Equal Opportunity Employer: 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.