Dietary Cook

Magnolia Health Systems; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance through United Healthcare

Dental Insurance through HRI Dental

Vision Insurance through EyeMed Vision

Paid Vacation Accrual Program

Perfect Attendance Bonus Program

Holiday Pay – Starts immediately

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

Willow Crossing Health and Rehabilitation seeks compassionate Dietary Cooks to ensure quality food service in a skilled nursing facility. Responsibilities include meal preparation, maintaining cleanliness, and collaborating with departments. Join a team dedicated to exceptional care for residents with opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Training and experience in food preparation and cooking desirable.
• Knowledge of proper cooking methods for optimal yield.
• Ability to read, write, and follow directions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals according to menus and portion control.
• Maintain food storage areas in a clean and safe manner.
• Process diet changes and coordinate with nursing services.

Skills

Food Preparation

Sanitation

Safety in Handling Food

Education

Completion of Elementary Education

Job description

Job Description: Dietary Cooks are a valuable member of our health care team who prepare food in accordance with current Federal, State, and local standards, the facility’s established policies and procedures, and as may be directed by the Director of Food Service and/or Assistant Director of Food Service, to ensure that quality food service is provided at all times.

About us: Willow Crossing Health and Rehabilitation is a skilled nursing facility located in Columbus, Indiana. Willow Crossing Health and Rehabilitation is seeking compassionate Dietary Cooks to become a part of our team where our primary goal is to provide exceptional care to our residents.

About the Role: Willow Crossing Health and Rehabilitation is seeking Dietary Cooks to

• Prepare and serve food and meals in accordance with planned menus and established portion control procedures.
• Ensure that the department and all food storage work areas are maintained in a clean and safe manner and that necessary equipment and supplies are properly maintained and arranged.
• Review and process diet changes and new diets as received from nursing services and coordinate dietary services with other departments as necessary.
• Review menus prior to preparation of food and inspect all trays to ensure completion and accuracy of menu and diet preferences.
• Assist in inventorying and storing incoming foods, supplies, and equipment.

About you: The ideal candidate would have the following skills and experience.

• Some training and experience in food preparation, cooking, estimating quantities of food needed, and in principles of sanitation and safety in handling food and equipment desirable.
• Must be knowledgeable of the proper methods and cooking temperatures for best utilization and yield of meats and other foods.
• Completion of elementary education or otherwise show ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions.

Benefits: Willow Crossing Health and Rehabilitation offers -

• Health Insurance through United Healthcare
• Dental Insurance through HRI Dental
• Vision Insurance through EyeMed Vision
• Supplemental Insurance Policies such as: Short Term Disability, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident, and Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation Accrual Program
• Perfect Attendance Bonus Program
• Weekend Bonuses
• Holiday Pay – Starts immediately with no waiting period
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Continuing Education Programs
• Tuition Assistance Programs
• Career Advancement Opportunities

If you are ready to join the Willow Crossing Health and Rehabilitation Family, please apply online today!

Willow Crossing Health and Rehabilitation is an equal opportunity employer and gives employment and promotional consideration without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected class as defined by local, state, or federal law.