Cook

Embassy Healthcare; Ravenna (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bi-weekly pay

Daily pay option

Benefits for FT status

PTO from day one

401k

Life Insurance

Holiday pay

Growth opportunities

Staff events

Job summary

Longmeadow in Ravenna, OH is seeking a Cook for the Dietary Services team. The role involves preparing food, following dietary guidelines, and supporting the Dietary Manager and Head Cook to ensure quality service in a health care setting.

Full‑time and part‑time shifts are available. You must be at least 18, have a high school education, and read, write, and speak English. Benefits, PTO, and 401k are highlighted in the outreach materials.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school education and be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Experience in dietary/food service preferred but not required.
• Must follow oral and written instructions and maintain sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food in accordance with federal, state, and local guidelines and facility policies.
• Work under the Dietary Manager and Head Cook to ensure quality service.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in food service areas and equipment.

Skills

English (reading/writing speaking)

Leadership

Independent decision making

Team coordination

Food preparation

Education

High school education

Job description

Job Title

Cook

Location

Ravenna, OH

Department

Dietary Services

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Reports To

Dietary Manager

Shift Type

Part-time, Full-time

Pay Grade

Hourly

Spice Up Your Career - Join our Dietary Team here at Longmeadow located in Ravenna, OH.

• Bi-weekly pay with Daily pay available
• Benefits offered for FT status employees
• PTO starts accumulating day ONE
• 401k
• Life Insurance available
• Holiday pay
• Professional and Personal growth
• Staff engagement monthly events planned
• and much more!

Purpose Of Your Job Position

The primary purpose of your job position is to prepare food in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations, with our established policies and procedures, and as may be directed by the Head Cook and/or Director of Food Services, to assure that quality food service is provided at all times.

As Cook, you are delegated the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary for carrying out your assigned duties.

Education

• Must possess, as a minimum, a high school education.
• Must be at least 18 years old in age.

Experience

• One (1) year dietary experience in a hospital, skilled nursing care facility, or other related medical facility preferred (but not necessary)

Specific Requirements

• Must be able to cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
• Must be knowledgeable of dietary procedures.
• Must possess leadership ability and willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel.
• Must be able to follow oral and written instructions.
• Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, the appearance of work areas, and perform regular inspections of food service areas for sanitation, order, safety and proper performance of assigned duties.
• Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level they are currently functioning.
• Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing dietary practices.
• Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.