Cook/Dietary Aide

Care-Initiatives; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Referral bonus program

Tuition reimbursement

Digital wallet access

Job summary

Care Initiatives is seeking a compassionate Cook to provide nutritious meals in a dignified dining experience for residents across our Iowa facilities. This part-time day shift role focuses on meal preparation, safety, and resident satisfaction.

You’ll contribute to menu planning, food safety, and a supportive team environment while delivering comfort and dignity through well-balanced meals.

Qualifications

• Experience in quantity food preparation and service.
• Willingness to complete Food Safety Sanitation training.
• Healthcare dietary setting experience is a plus.
• Compassionate and resident-centered approach.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to menu planning and meal preparation.
• Prepare and serve meals meeting nutritional guidelines.
• Ensure meals are nutritious and attractively presented.
• Develop positive relationships with residents and seek feedback.

Skills

Quantity food preparation

Food service

Nutrition guidelines

Food safety standards

Education

Food safety sanitation training

Job description

Cook

Schedule/ Shifts Available: Part-time day shift

Are you a compassionate Cook looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals during their healthcare journey? If so, join Care Initiatives as a Cook, where you will provide comprehensive care that truly matters. With over forty (40) skilled nursing communities across Iowa, we are committed to providing exceptional care and support at every stage of the healthcare journey.

As a Cook on our team, you will have the opportunity to apply your skills and demonstrate your compassion, positively influencing the lives of our residents. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of our residents and their loved ones.

What You’ll Do & Key Responsibilities:

• Contribute to menu planning and meal preparation, bringing creativity and personal flair while meeting nutritional guidelines and resident preferences.
• Prepare and serve meals that create an enjoyable, dignified dining experience and support residents’ comfort, satisfaction, and quality of life.
• Ensure meals are nutritious, well-balanced, and attractively presented in accordance with dietary requirements and food safety standards.
• Develop positive, respectful relationships with residents by engaging with them and incorporating feedback into meal service whenever possible.

What it takes to become a Cook with Care Initiatives:

• Demonstrated skills in quantity food preparation and service.
• Willingness to complete training in Food, Safety, Sanitation and Modified Diets.
• Experience in a healthcare dietary setting a plus!

Why Join Care Initiatives?

• Competitive Compensation: Earn a highly competitive wage.

• Comprehensive Benefits: Eligible employees enjoy robust benefit options including medical, dental, vision, 403(b) retirement savings plan, PTO, and more.

• Referral Bonus Program: Earn cash rewards for referring your friends.

• Tuition Reimbursement:Develop your skills with company paid training and education to take your career to the next level.
• Digital Wallet Access: Get paid as you earn—no more waiting for payday!

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