Cook I- PRN

Haxtun Health; Haxtun (CO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Haxtun Health in Colorado is seeking a dependable PRN Cook to prepare meals meeting dietary needs while upholding high standards of sanitation and safety.

The role requires following standardized recipes, understanding regular and modified diets, and maintaining accurate portion control. This PRN position supports a patient/resident meals program with team collaboration and flexible shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to follow a standardized recipe and practice portion control.
• Ability to understand regular and modified diets and use a menu as reference.
• 1 year of experience in food preparation and sanitation.
• Knowledge of foods and preparation methods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver meals that meet individual dietary needs with high quality, sanitation, and safety.
• Follow standardized recipes, portion control guidelines, and menus including regular and modified diets.
• Maintain cleanliness and food safety standards in the kitchen.
• Collaborate with the team to ensure timely meal service for patients and residents.

Skills

Food prep

Sanitation

Diet types

Recipe following

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Are you passionate about preparing delicious and nutritious meals? Do you enjoy making a positive impact on others through food? Haxtun Health, a cornerstone of the beautiful northeast Colorado plains, is seeking a dependable and skilled PRN Cook to join our compassionate team! If you enjoy working in a team-oriented environment and helping provide quality meals for our patients and residents, we’d love to hear from you!

• Starting Pay Range: $15.61/hr - $20.29/hr, depending on experience
• Position Status: PRN, non-exempt
• Shift: Variable shifts based on operational needs
• Shift Differentials: Nights = +10% of base wage (after 6pm), Weekends = +15% of base wage

Application Deadline

January 19, 2027. Applications will close sooner if a qualified candidate is identified.

Job Summary

This position is responsible for preparing and delivering meals that meet individual dietary needs while maintaining high standards of food quality, sanitation, and safety. The ideal candidate is attentive to detail, customer-focused, and able to follow standardized recipes, portion control guidelines, and menus, including regular and modified diets.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Ability to follow a standardized recipe and practice portion control.
  • Ability to understand regular and modified diets and use a menu as reference.
  • 1 year of experience in food preparation and sanitation
  • Knowledge of foods and preparation methods
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Healthcare food service experience preferred.

Please Note

This is a PRN position and is not eligible for benefits.