Cook

The Waters of Castleton; Vertland (IN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Waters of Castleton is seeking a dedicated Cook to prepare meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner for residents, following dietary restrictions and offering alternatives as needed.

Applicants should have high school education, sanitation certification, and at least one year of dietary experience preferred in healthcare settings; ability to cook large quantities and knowledge of dietary procedures are essential.

Qualifications

• Must possess, as a minimum, a high school education or equivalent.
• One (1) year dietary experience in a hospital, skilled nursing care facility, or other related medical facility preferred (but not necessary)
• Must have a sanitation certificate
• Must be able to cook a variety of foods in large quantities
• Must be knowledgeable of dietary procedures

Responsibilities

• Prepare and assist with food preparation for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
• Follow dietary restrictions and provide alternatives for residents.
• Maintain sanitation and hygienic food handling.
• Demonstrate initiative and professional attitude when interacting with residents.

Skills

Food safety

Meal preparation

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Sanitation certificate

Job description

NOW HIRING - COOK

POSITION SUMMARY

A Cook prepares and assists with food preparation for breakfast, lunch, and dinner while following specific dietary restrictions and provides alternatives for our residents.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Some experience in institutional cooking.
• Knowledge of food preparation, sanitation and hygienic methods.
• Follow verbal and written instructions.
• Sincere desire to work with elders and others who have a limited capacity for self-care.
• Mental & physical capacity to perform the essential job functions with or without accommodations.
• Work with and provides care to individuals of a wide range of personality types and maturity levels.
• The ability to demonstrate creative initiative and mature judgment in making competent decisions.
• Consistently maintain courteous, empathic, and professional attitude.
• Maintain confidentiality of all activities and persons.
• Maintain a professional appearance at all times.
• Communicate and comprehend orally and in writing to effectively receive and share information as necessary to perform job duties.
• Transportation accessible to enable flexibility of work schedule.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Must possess, as a minimum, a high school education or equivalent
• One (1) year dietary experience in a hospital, skilled nursing care facility, or other related medical facility preferred (but not necessary)
• Must have a sanitation certificate
• Must be able to cook a variety of foods in large quantities
• Must be knowledgeable of dietary procedures

EEO STATEMENT

Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, our company complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.