Cook PRN

Volunteers of America National Services (VOANS); Montrose (CO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

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急)

Job summary

The Homestead at Montrose, operated by VOANS, is seeking a Cook to provide quality meals to residents in Montrose, CO. This PRN position offers a meaningful way to serve others in a healthcare setting and to grow your career.

Pay ranges from $19.69 to $23.01 per hour, depending on experience. Requirements include a High School diploma or GED and experience in quantity cooking with dietary knowledge. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, life insurance, and more.

Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED required; 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 portion control.
• Able to understand and follow procedures, recipe directions, diet orders and work assignments.

Responsibilities

• Provides quality food service in accordance with state and federal regulations to meet residents' nutritional needs.
• Plans and schedules food preparation to meet meal times.
• Prepares and serves meat, main dishes, soups and vegetables with portion control.
• Prepares nutritional snacks for residents.
• Performs other duties as directed by the Director of Dietary.

Skills

Food service experience

Dietary knowledge

Team player

Able to follow procedures

Education

High School diploma/GED

Quantity cooking and therapeutic diets

Job description

Care with Heart. Work with Purpose.
Join

Care with Heart. Work with Purpose.
Join The Homestead at Montrose as a Cook in 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 Homestead at Montrose 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.
Pay Range: $19.69 - $23.01 per hour, based on experience.
Schedule: PRN
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

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 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.
• Able to understand and follow procedures, recipe directions, diet orders and work assignments
  

What You’ll Be Responsible For

The Cook provides quality food service in accordance with all State and Federal regulations and to meet the nutritional and individual needs of the residents.

• 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 Dietary 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 Dietary.

About Us

The Homestead at Montrose is a welcoming independent and assisted living community where your needs are thoughtfully anticipated and met offering a comfortable, cheerful place to call home. 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.