Cook — Warm Dining, Growth & Benefits

Yona Solutions; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Wages on demand

Discount & wellness programs

Career growth

Job summary

Yona is seeking a cook to join our team to prepare meals for residents, guests, and staff. The role emphasizes safe handling, timely meal service, and adherence to standardized recipes in a warm dining environment.

The candidate should have proven cook experience, sanitation knowledge, and the ability to operate kitchen equipment. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with background check and strong communication skills desired.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Cook.
• Knowledge of sanitation and safety guidelines.
• Skilled in preparing meals according to instructions.
• Apt in operating cookware, bakeware and cooking appliances.

Responsibilities

• Prepares all food according to the menu in a safe, sanitary manner under the direction of the food services director.
• Ensures proper preparation, portioning, and serving of foods according to standardized recipes.
• Prepares quality food products according to standardized recipes and menus.
• Adheres to all safety and sanitation standards.
• Prepares food in a timely manner at specified meal times.
• Responds to community issues or concerns that may occur in the dining room.
• Follows departmental procedures including sanitation, safety, and cleaning schedules.
• Follows proper cleaning procedures and storage of all dishes, utensils and cooking equipment.
• Ensures all food in refrigerator, freezer, and dry storage are labeled and dated.
• Oversees proper food handling and utilization of all foods to prevent contamination, increase quality, and reduce cost.
• Suggests menu or recipe changes to utilize leftovers and other supplies.
• Cleans all food service equipment, kitchen and food storage areas

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation knowledge

Communication

Stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Yona is seeking a cook to join our team to prepare meals for residents, guests, and staff. The role emphasizes safe handling, timely meal service, and adherence to standardized recipes in a warm dining environment.

The candidate should have proven cook experience, sanitation knowledge, and the ability to operate kitchen equipment. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with background check and strong communication skills desired.