Cook - Full Time

Good Samaritan; Estes Park (CO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Advancement opportunities

Education assistance

Continuing education

Direct earnings access

Robust benefits

Job summary

Good Samaritan Estes Park, a not-for-profit 30-bed assisted living facility, is looking for a dedicated cook to prepare meals for residents, staff and visitors in a warm healthcare kitchen.

You will follow HACCP guidelines, maintain food safety, work with a team, and participate in menu planning while delivering high-quality, appetizing meals in a busy day-shift operation. This full-time role includes benefits and opportunities for advancement in a mission-driven environment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare, assemble baked goods, and cook meals for patients/residents, staff and visitors.
• Adhere to HACCP guidelines and menu dietary requirements.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in cooking and serving areas.
• Operate kitchen equipment (mixers, ovens, fryers, etc.).
• Work independently when necessary; demonstrate teamwork and communication.

Skills

Food preparation

Communication skills

Teamwork

Reading/Writing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Serv Safe certification

HACCP knowledge

BLS certification

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.

Facility: GSS CO Estes Park

Location: Estes Park, CO

Address: 1901 Ptarmigan Trail, Estes Park, CO 80517, USA

Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts

Job Schedule: Full time

Weekly Hours: 40.00

Salary Range: $16.25 - $24.75

Pay Info: $2,000 SIGN ON BONUS!

Department Details

At Good Samaritan Estes Park, our vision is to provide quality, dependable care at just the right time. You can help us accomplish this!

Good Samaritan Estes Park is a 30 bed Assisted Living facility, specializing in long term care services.

What’s In It For You

• 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)

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 on 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-0266633

Job Function: Facilities and General Services

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