Dietary Cook - Nutritious Meals, Flexible Shifts & PTO

Americare; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Recognition and Appreciation

Family Atmosphere

Paid Time Off

Daily Access to Wages

Complimentary Meals

Tuition Assistance

Comprehensive Benefits

Earn More

401(k) Plan

Job summary

Americare Senior Living is seeking a dependable Dietary Cook to prepare nutritious, home-style meals for residents in our Springfield, IL community. This part-time role focuses on high standards of food quality, sanitation, and safety while supporting a welcoming dining experience.

Join a team that values respect, integrity, and growth, with opportunities to develop skills in a supportive senior living environment. Competitive wages and benefits accompany the role.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Grade school education required.
• Previous experience in quantity food production preferred, especially in healthcare or senior living settings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals for residents, visitors, and staff in a timely manner.
• Follow dietician-approved menus while accommodating individual resident dietary needs.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen, dining areas, and food storage spaces.
• Store, label, and organize food safely according to food safety guidelines.
• Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
• Set up and clear dining areas before and after meals.
• Safely operate kitchen appliances and equipment.
• Adhere to company policies, procedures, and professional conduct standards.
• Maintain resident confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.

Skills

Follow menus

Food safety

Teamwork

Dependable

Education

Grade school education

Job description

Americare Senior Living is seeking a dependable Dietary Cook to prepare nutritious, home-style meals for residents in our Springfield, IL community. This part-time role focuses on high standards of food quality, sanitation, and safety while supporting a welcoming dining experience.

Join a team that values respect, integrity, and growth, with opportunities to develop skills in a supportive senior living environment. Competitive wages and benefits accompany the role.