Cook - FT - Varies

Good Samaritan; Wagner (SD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night and weekend shift differentials

Advancement opportunities

Education assistance

Continuing education

Direct access to earnings daily

Robust benefits package

Job summary

Good Samaritan Wagner SD is seeking a Cook to prepare, assemble baked goods, cook and portion food for residents and staff in a 50-bed senior care facility. You will follow menus and dietary requirements, adhering to HACCP and sanitation standards while operating a range of kitchen equipment.

Works with teammates in a dynamic culinary environment, demonstrating basic math and the ability to read and follow directions. On-the-job training is provided; some locations may require Serv Safe and BLS.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions; basic math.
• Minimum six months of applicable experience preferred; on-the-job training provided.
• Serv Safe may be required; BLS may be required depending on location.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, assemble baked goods, cooks, seasons and portions food for patients/residents, staff, and visitors.
• Follow menus and dietary requirements while maintaining HACCP guidelines.
• Operate equipment and maintain sanitation and cleanliness in cooking areas.
• Maintain labeling and storage of food, equipment and machinery.

Skills

Teamwork

Reading and following directions

Basic math

Independence

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Serv Safe certification

BLS certification (may be required)

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.

Careers With Purpose

Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.

Facility: GSS SD Wagner Ctr

Location: Wagner, SD

Address: Wagner, SD 57380, USA

Shift: Varies

Job Schedule: Full time

Weekly Hours: 40.00

Salary Range: $16.00 - $22.50

Department Details

Come join one of the nation’s largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services since 1922. At Wagner Good Samaritan, Wagner, SD, our vision is to provide quality, dependable care at just the right time. You can help us accomplish this! Wagner Good Samaritan is a 50-bed senior skilled nursing facility specializing in long-term and post-acute care services.

What’s In It For You

• Generous night and weekend shift differentials
• Advancement opportunities
• Various education assistance programs
• Continuing education
• Direct access to your earnings daily
• Robust benefits package (benefits vary based on full-time or part-time status)

Shift Details

• various shifts
• Every other weekend and holiday rotation required

Job Summary

Prepares, assemble baked goods, cooks, seasons and portions food for patients/residents, staff, and visitors of the designated facility, preparing and serving food within guidelines of menu and dietary requirements. Adheres to food quality standards of appearance, taste, temperature and sanitation. Performs washing and cleaning duties to insure sanitation and cleanliness in cooking and serving areas. Maintains labeling and storage of food, equipment, and machinery. Prepares and provides the highest quality and safest food possible to patients/residents, co-workers, team members and guests.

Works with many internal customers, requiring above average communication as well as excellent team work skills.

Displays ability to cook, function and thrive in a dynamic and changing culinary environment. Follows standardized recipes and Hazardous Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) guidelines to prepare, store and use food and food products. Documents HACCP steps, temperatures and outcomes to assure the safest food possible while following production sheets for daily and weekly menus. Operates equipment such as, but not limited to, mixers, slicers, kettles, combination ovens, food grinders, food processors, ovens, stovetops, induction burners, grills, deep fat fryers, knives, dishwashers, garbage disposals, refrigerators and freezers.

Possesses ability to work independently when necessary. Possesses an understanding of food safety and sanitation processes. Exhibits understanding of basic math to appropriately measure alongside displaying proficiency in reading and understanding recipes. Demonstrates ability to be on feet for the majority of the day and walk far distances throughout the hospital.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Possesses ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions. Ability to perform basic math. Minimum of six months of applicable experience preferred. On-the-job training will be provided.

Depending upon location of hire, Serv Safe may be required to obtain within a designated time frame. Additional endorsements to Serv Safe may be required depending upon location. Fulfill annual continuing education requirements of the department and facility including departmental meetings, safety education and mandatory in-services.

Basic Life Support (BLS) may be required depending upon location requirements.

Depending on location, may be required to drive. Valid Driver's License may be required.

Benefits

Good Samaritan offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .

Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail].

Good Samaritan has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0273431

Job Function: Facilities and General Services

Featured: No