Cook - PRN

Good Samaritan; Saint Ansgar (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night/weekend differentials

Advancement opportunities

Education assistance programs

Continuing education

Direct access to earnings

Robust benefits package

Job summary

Good Samaritan-Saint Ansgar is seeking a skilled food service worker to prepare and serve meals for patients, residents, staff and visitors in a hospital setting. You will follow menus and dietary guidelines, maintain sanitation, and operate kitchen equipment according to HACCP standards.

The role emphasizes teamwork, accurate measurement, and readiness to adapt to a dynamic culinary environment while adhering to safety protocols and timely service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• On-the-job training provided.
• Basic Life Support may be required depending on location.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and serves food for patients, residents, staff and visitors.
• Adheres to menu and dietary requirements.
• Maintains sanitation and HACCP compliance in cooking/serving areas.
• Maintains labeling and storage of food, equipment and supplies.
• Works with internal customers and demonstrates communication and teamwork.

Skills

Food prep

Teamwork

Reading & math

HACCP knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Careers With Purpose

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 IA St Ansgar Ctr

Location: Saint Ansgar, IA

Address: 701 E 4th St, St Ansgar, IA 50472, USA

Shift: Varies

Job Schedule: PRN

Weekly Hours: Varies

Salary Range: $15.50 - $23.50

Department Details Come join one of the nation’s largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services since 1922. At Good Samaritan-Saint Ansgar, our vision is to provide quality, dependable care at just the right time. You can help us accomplish this!

What’s In It For You

• Generous night and weekend shift differentials
• 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 upon location requirements.

Depending on location, may be required to drive. Valid Driver's License may be required.

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-0278581

Job Function: Facilities and General Services

Featured: No