Cook - Fulltime

Volunteers of America; Montrose (CO); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) plan

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness incentives

Job summary

Valley Manor Care Center in Montrose, CO is seeking a Cook to join our care team. This role focuses on meal preparation, proper portion control, and supporting residents with nutritious options in a warm, service-oriented environment.

You will work Mon-Fri, 11:30 am to 8 pm, with opportunities for growth within Volunteers of America National Services. We value compassion, teamwork, and quality service, and provide benefits including PTO, life insurance, and wellness incentives.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; quantity cooking and therapeutic diets preferred.
• Minimum one year healthcare food service experience preferred.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Knowledge of quantity food preparation and portioning standards.

Responsibilities

• Completes defined food preparation, serving of meals and cleaning duties according to procedures.
• Plans and initiates cooking schedule for food preparation to meet meal schedule.
• Prepares, seasons, cooks and serves meat, main dish, soup and vegetables with proper portions.
• Prepares nutritional snacks for residents as assigned.
• Performs other duties or special assignments as directed by the Director of Food and Nutrition Services.

Skills

Food preparation

Serving meals

Portion control

Safety & sanitation

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma/GED

Quantity cooking & therapeutic diets preferred

Job description

Valley Manor Care Center Montrose, CO 81401, USA

• On-site
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: COOKF008345

Description

Care with Heart. Work with Purpose.

Join Valley Manor Care Center as a Cookin beautiful Montrose, CO. This is more than a job! It’s a paid opportunity to serve others, live our mission, and make a meaningful impact in a healthcare setting. As a compassionate organization, we’re dedicated to serving others and fostering an environment where both our residents and team members thrive. If you’re ready to grow your career while making a difference, we’d love to connect with you.

The Valley Manor Center is a community of Volunteers of America National Services, a subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization. Proudly Great Place to Work® Certified for 8 consecutive years

Schedules: M-F 11:30-8pm

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Supportive, caring leadership that truly values your voice
• A positive, team-oriented environment where you can rely on one another
• A beautiful, welcoming campus you’ll enjoy coming to each day
• Opportunities for career growth and ongoing development
• Purpose-driven work that makes a meaningful difference every day

What We Offer

• 403(b) with discretionary contribution
• Paid Time Off + Personal Days
• Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness incentives (earn up to $350)
• Get paid early (access up to 50% of earnings)
• Referral bonuses & scholarship opportunities

What You Bring (Requirements)

• High School diploma/GED required preferred. Education in quantity cooking and therapeutic diets preferred.
• Minimum of one year food service experience in a healthcare dietary setting preferred.
• Must be eighteen (18) years of age.
• General knowledge of quantity food preparation and portioned serving required.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

• Completes defined food preparation, serving of meals and cleaning duties according to proper procedures, using various dietary equipment and supplies, as assigned by the Director of Food and Nutrition Services and Management Team.
• Plans and initiates cooking schedule for food preparation to meet meal schedule.
• Prepares, seasons, cooks and serves meat, main dish, soup and vegetable for assigned meal; ensures appropriate portioned servings according to portion control standards.
• Prepares nutritional snacks for residents as assigned.
• Performs other duties or special assignments as directed by the Director of Food and Nutrition Services.

About Us

The Valley Manor Care Center is a welcoming community that includes long-term care, short-term rehabilitation, memory care, and short-term respite care. Nestled in Montrose and surrounded by breathtaking Colorado scenery, residents enjoy the nearby depths of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park to the east and the majestic San Juan Mountains to the south, along with easy access to charming downtown shops, local dining, and year-round outdoor recreation.

At VOANS, we celebrate sharing, encouraging and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organizations’ shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best.

Qualifications

Education

Preferred

High School or better.

Experience

Preferred

1 year: Food service experience in a healthcare dietary setting preferred

Equal Opportunity Employer

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