Cook/Dietary Aide

Cassia Community; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading community as a Full-Time Cook/Dietary Aide where you can grow your culinary skills. Enjoy consistent hours, no late nights, and the chance to make a difference every day. This role includes preparing meals and providing excellent service to residents in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive wages with credit for experience

Paid Time Off (PTO)

403(b) or 401(k) with employer match

Healthcare, dental, vision, life, and disability options

Employee Discount Program

Longevity Recognition

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Prior cooking experience preferred, but not required.
• Ability to speak and read English.
• Ability to multi-task and work efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and assist cooking meals to ensure adherence to recipes.
• Deliver exceptional service to residents.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary culinary department.

Skills

English

Basic math skills

Ability to follow instructions

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Join our team at Valley View Village as a Full-Time Cook/Dietary Aide. We offer a welcoming environment where you can grow your culinary skills and gain hands-on-experience. No senior care experience needed, we'll train you!

Enjoy consistent hours, no late nights, and the chance to make a difference each day. Our Culinary Department is great group to work with and are highly valued by both staff and residents. If you have a passion for preparing and serving delicious, nutritious meals, apply today!

There are Full-Time benefit eligible positions available working a varied schedule including every other weekend. This position would be working as both a Cook and Dietary Aide.

Hours: 6:30 am to 3:00 pm. No late nights!

What does a Cook/Dietary Aide do?

• Deliver exceptional service to residents by leading and motivating team members to provide fast, friendly and excellent customer service to all guests.
• Prepare and assist cookingmeals to ensure adherence to recipes and quality standards. This will also include feature/specials and grill service.
• Work within the department to provide quality and nutritious meals and service to residents.
• Assist with food preparation and serving meals to residents.
• Help maintain a clean and sanitary culinary department.
• Wash dishes and clean the kitchen and dining rooms.
• Assist residents, employees, and guests with a broad range of dietary needs.
• Perform additional tasks as required.

What does a Cook/Dietary Aide require?

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Prior cooking experience in institutional and/or quantity cooking equivalentpreferred, but not required. We’ll train you for this position!
• Ability to speak and read English.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to multi-task and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment with others.

Benefits:

• Competitive wages with credit for experience
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 403(b) or 401(k) with employer match
• Healthcare, dental, health savings, vision, life, disability, & flex spending options for Full-Time employees
• Employer paid Basic Life Insurance for Full-Time Employees
• Employee Discount Program
• Longevity Recognition, Paid Volunteer Time, and Mentorship Programs
• Collaborative and Inclusive Work Culture
• Employee Assistance Program with free confidential counseling/coaching for self and family members

Location:Valley View Villageis a part of Cassia. Address: 2571 Guthrie Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317

Landmarks:Our building is conveniently located in a park-like setting on Des Moines’ East side, near shopping centers, hospitals, medical providers and I-235.

About Us:

Here at Valley View Village, we have a work hard, play hard mentality. We believe it is important to have a strong work ethic, but it is also very important to have fun at work! You'll often hear laughter fill our halls. We value our employees and take pride in recognizing their hard work. Staff enjoy a work/life balance, food discounts, and connecting with our amazing residents.

Cassia is a faith-based, nonprofit organization with over 200 years of experience caring for those in need. Our Mission is to foster fullness of life for older adults in the spirit of Christ’s love. We take pride in providing compassionate care for our residents by embracing our eight values and service standards: Compassion, Integrity, Excellence, Innovation, Stewardship, Unity, Respect and Collaboration.

At Cassia, you will be empowered to foster fullness of life for those we serve. Cassia will support your career goals and celebrate your passions. If you are seeking a career experience where you will have fun, be challenged, and recognized for your individuality, Cassia is the answer.I am Cassia... are you?

Cassia is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action & veteran friendly employer.