Cook - PRN/On-Call

Good Samaritan Society; Atwood (KS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night and weekend shift differentials

Career advancement

Education assistance programs

Continuing education

Direct access to earnings daily

Robust benefits package

Job summary

Good Samaritan Society Atwood Center, Atwood, KS, seeks a dedicated cook to prepare meals for patients and residents, following menu guidelines and HACCP standards. You will ensure sanitation, proper labeling, and safe storage while engaging with a collaborative care team.

This PRN, evening-shift position offers advancement opportunities, education assistance, and benefits according to status, with potential daily earnings and commitment to quality care in a Christian environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions.
• Basic math skills required.
• Minimum of six months of applicable experience preferred.
• On-the-job training will be provided.
• Fulfill Serv Safe and BLS requirements as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, assembles baked goods and cooks for patients/residents and staff.
• Maintains HACCP guidelines for storage and handling of food.
• Ensures sanitation, labeling and correct portioning.
• Operates kitchen equipment and maintains equipment cleanliness.
• Communicates effectively with team and supports daily operations.

Skills

Cooking

Teamwork

Reading & following directions

Basic math

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Mixers

Slicers

Ovens

Kettles

Food grinders

Food processors

Refrigerators

Freezers

Dishwashers

Job description

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 KS Atwood Ctr
Location: Atwood, KS
Address: 650 Lake Rd, Atwood, KS 67730, USA
Shift: 8 Hours - Evening Shifts
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 Atwood, 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 on 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-0277198
Job Function: Facilities and General Services
Featured: No