Cook (Long-Term Care)

OVERLANDPARK; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking an experienced Cook to join their dedicated kitchen team. This role is pivotal in ensuring high-quality meal preparation and service for residents in a long-term care facility. You will be responsible for managing kitchen operations, maintaining cleanliness, and collaborating with staff to meet the nutritional needs of residents. The company fosters a positive environment that values compassion and excellence, offering career growth opportunities and comprehensive benefits. If you are passionate about food service and making a difference in people's lives, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Daily Pay Available

Comprehensive Affordable Benefits

Paid Time Off

Birthday as Paid Holiday

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience as a cook in a long-term care facility.
• Must obtain a Food Handlers Card.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals in large quantities.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards.

Skills

Food Safety Protocols

Nutrition Knowledge

Effective Communication

Teamwork Skills

Dependability

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Job description

Join Our Kitchen Team at Overland Park Post Acute!

We're HIRING a Cook in our Long-Term Care Facility

Explore our culture, where our dietary team members, like YOU, make a difference every day—providing exceptional care in a supportive and rewarding environment. Located in beautiful Overland Park, Kansas, we are proud to be a top choice for short-term rehabilitation and long-term care in Johnson County. Schedule a visit today and discover hour our exceptional team is raising standards in resident care. You will experience a welcoming environment filled with familiar, friendly faces every day.

The Cook is responsible for managing and operating the kitchen, ensuring that high-quality meals are prepared and served in accordance with established menus, portion control guidelines, and dietary requirements. This role plays a key part in maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary kitchen while working collaboratively with supervision and staff to meet the nutritional needs of residents.

Why Join Our Team?

• Aggressive Wages: depending on relevant experiences
• Daily Pay is available!
• Comprehensive Affordable Benefits: Medical (BCBS), dental, vision, and 401(k) plans.
• Work-Life Balance: Paid time off and your birthday as a paid holiday!
• Career Growth Opportunities: Tuition reimbursement and professional development to support your aspirations.
• A Positive Environment: A supportive workplace where your skills and contributions make a meaningful impact.

Our Mission & Values:

To revolutionize the delivery, leadership, and quality of post-acute care across the country.

• Love: Care begins with compassion and heart.
• Excellence: Every day, we strive to improve and deliver the best care.
• Trust: Integrity drives every decision we make.
• Accountability: We own our actions and their outcomes.
• Mutual Respect: We treat everyone with kindness and dignity.
• Fun: Joy is part of the journey—every single day!

Who are we looking for?

An experienced long-term care cook, responsible for assisting with daily food service operations, maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards, and supporting the dietary team to ensure high-quality meal preparation and service for residents.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain the kitchen and cooking area in a safe, orderly, and sanitary manner.
• Prepare and cook a variety of foods in large quantities while ensuring meals are tasteful and appealing.
• Follow prepared menus and portion control guidelines.
• Accurately prepare special diets as needed.
• Record food temperatures for each meal.
• Prepare pureed foods as required.
• Work cooperatively and harmoniously with personnel across all departments.
• Ensure quaternary solution levels are maintained in sanitizer buckets.
• Assist in serving meals efficiently and courteously.
• Clean the cooking area, serving carts, and ensure all cleaning schedules are followed.
• Report resident care concerns and potential issues to the Administrator and/or Director of Nursing.
• Participate in the orientation and ongoing training of dietary staff.
• Ensure the presentation of food is visually appealing for residents.
• Exhibit strong teamwork and willingness to work under supervision.
• Supervise dietary staff in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of one year of experience as a cook in a hospital or long-term care facility
• Must obtain a Food Handlers Card
• Experience as a Line Cook, Prep Cook, or Dietary Team Member preferred
• Strong knowledge of nutrition and dietary restrictions
• Ability to adapt meals for special dietary needs
• Understanding of food safety protocols and sanitation practices
• Effective communication and teamwork skills
• Dependability to work scheduled shifts

If you're an experienced LTC Cook, passionate about healthcare, food service, and providing excellent care to seniors, we invite you to join our team and make a meaningful difference every day! Join a team that's committed to love, excellence, and fun.