Dietary Assistant - Cook - PART TIME

HILLS & DALES CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a forward-thinking organization focused on enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities. As a DSA - Cook, you will play a crucial role in preparing and serving nutritious meals tailored to the dietary needs of residents. This part-time position offers flexible scheduling, allowing you to balance work with personal commitments. If you have a passion for cooking and a desire to make a difference in the community, this role provides a unique opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause while working in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in cooking or dining services preferred.
• Ability to lift 35 pounds and perform physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and serve meals according to dietary guidelines.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure food quality.

Skills

Meal Preparation

Food Safety Standards

Collaboration

Dietary Guidelines

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Job description

DSA - Cook

Position: Part-Time

Schedule: Every other weekend, 1st and 2nd shift flex.

- Week 1: Monday 10AM-6:30PM, Thursday 6AM-1:30PM, Saturday 10AM-6:30PM, Sunday 10AM-6:30PM

- Week 2: Monday 6AM-1:30PM, Friday 10AM-6:30PM

Wage: Starting at $16.44

About Us:

At Hills and Dales, we are dedicated to building meaningful lives for people with disabilities. Within our agency, we offer services for children and adults who require meal preparation and support with their dietary needs. The cook position partners with roles within the agency to bring quality food options for our residents with various dietary needs.

Responsibilities:

As the DSA - Cook, you will:

1. Prepare, cook, and serve meals according to dietary guidelines and individual preferences.
2. Set up for meals, including special functions and meetings.
3. Collaborate with team members to maintain a high standard of food quality and service.

Requirements:

1. Must be 18 years of age or older.
2. Ability to lift 35 pounds is required. Standing, bending, lifting, stooping, grasping, pulling, pushing, reaching, and moving throughout areas as required.
3. Free of conviction of prior employment history of child or resident abuse, dependent adult abuse.
4. One or more years of cooking or dining services experience preferred.
5. Valid driver's license and eligible to be a qualified driver for Hills & Dales per company policy.

Offer contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check, dependent adult and child abuse background check, and drug screen.