Cook/Assistant Cook

Bethany Home Dubuque; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid short and long term disability insurance

Paid Holidays (double time)

401K with employer match

Tuition program

Eligible for annual bonus

Job summary

A healthcare facility is looking for a full-time Cook/Assistant Cook to join their team in Wisconsin. The position involves preparing nutritional meals for elderly residents, overseeing kitchen staff, and ensuring health regulations. Ideal candidates will have at least one year of cooking experience, knowledge of sanitation regulations, and be available to work weekends and holidays. Benefits include health insurance, paid time off, and opportunities for growth within a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one-year industrial cooking experience.
• Up-to-date knowledge of cooking techniques and recipes.
• Hands-on experience with kitchen equipment.

Responsibilities

• Study and prepare recipes with necessary ingredients.
• Cook food in a timely manner.
• Delegate tasks to kitchen staff.
• Ensure appealing plate presentation.
• Supervise dietary aides as needed.

Skills

Culinary techniques

Kitchen management

Food safety and sanitation

Recipe modification

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Various kitchen equipment

Job description

Cook/Assistant Cook

Bethany, where work feels like home.

Please accept this invitation to join the Bethany Home team. We are currently seeking a full-time (32 hours per week) cook/assistant cook. Our team provides compassionate care to elderly people who need assistance managing their health care needs. We provide several levels of care from independent living, to nursing care, skilled nursing care and memory care.

The cook/assistant cook will be part of a team that provides nutritional meals and snacks to residents residing in all care levels. This position will be our evening cook two days per week and our morning cook’s assistant two days per week. Our cooks prepare high quality dishes delivering a menu that delights our residents.

Responsibilities

• Study each recipe and gather all necessary ingredients
• Cook food in a timely manner
• Delegate tasks to kitchen staff
• Ensure appealing plate presentation
• Supervise dietary aides and assist as needed
• Slightly modify recipes to meet resident needs and requests (e.g. reduce salt, remove dairy, soft or pureed)
• Monitor food stock and assist with placing orders
• Check freshness of food and discard out-of-date items
• Experiment with recipes and suggest new ingredients
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations within the kitchen area

Requirements

• A minimum of one-year industrial cooking experience required
• Up-to-date knowledge of cooking techniques and recipes
• Hands‑on experience with various kitchen equipment
• Pre‑employment physical and TB test
• Familiarity with sanitation regulations
• High school diploma or GED required
• Advanced knowledge of culinary, baking and pastry techniques preferred
• Schedule availability to work every third weekend and every third holiday
• Background check required

Schedule

6:00 am – 2:00 pm and 11:30 am – 7:30 pm, and including working every other weekend and holiday

Benefits and Rewards

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Paid short and long term disability insurance
• Vacation
• Paid birthday off
• Free meal every shift
• 8-hour shifts (paid lunch and breaks)
• Paid Holidays (double time)
• 401K with employer match
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition program
• Employee recognition events throughout the year
• Eligible for an annual bonus
• Opportunities to advance
• Personal satisfaction gained from doing work that is fulfilling

Bethany has a reputation for providing exceptional care! We offer a positive work environment where all staff work together for the good of the residents. Come join our exceptional team