Cook

Springfield Villa; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Vacation and Paid Sick Time

401K

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Springfield Villa in Springfield, Missouri is seeking a cook to join our team, supporting meals, snacks, and desserts for residents in a geriatric care setting. The role requires preparing items per the posted menu while honoring dietary restrictions and ensuring appealing presentation.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, is at least 18, proficient in English, and knowledgeable about food safety and proper storage.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Knowledgeable of dietary techniques and procedures.
• Able to lift up to 25 pounds frequently and 50 pounds occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Prepares meals, desserts and snacks per posted menu and dietary needs.
• Serves meals that are palatable and presentable.
• Keeps work area clean, organized, sanitized.
• Follows health code storage and temperature requirements.
• Estimates and prepares food supplies to meet portions.
• Maintains a safe, clean, respectful work environment.
• Attends and participates in continuing educational programs.

Skills

English proficiency

Dietary techniques

Food safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

SPRINGFIELD VILLA, located in Springfield, Missouri is currently seeking a cook to join our team.

Cook Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepares meals, desserts and snacks in accordance with the posted menu schedule; makes sure that all special diets and dietary concerns are followed
• Serves meals that are palatable and presentable
• Responsible for keeping work area clean, organized, sanitized, may include washing pots and pans, etc
• Knows health code requirements for food and beverage storage and hot/cold holding temperatures and maintains documentation
• Estimates and prepares food supplies to meet serving portions
• Maintains a safe, clean and respectable work environment
• Attends and participates in continuing educational programs

Cook Qualifications and Skills:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be interested in geriatrics, be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
• Knowledgeable of dietary techniques and procedures
• Be able to lift up to 25 pounds frequently and/or 50 pounds occasionally

Cook Benefits:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term and Short-Term Disability
• Vacation and Paid Sick Time
• 401K
• Tuition Reimbursement