Dietary Cook-Part-Time

Coal Creek Post Acute & Assisted Living; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local assisted living facility in Lafayette, Louisiana is seeking a part-time Dietary Cook for weekend shifts. Responsibilities include meal preparation in line with adopted menus and ensuring kitchen cleanliness. Candidates should have a high school diploma and experience in a nursing home or long-term care facility. Competitive pay rate of $20 - $22 per hour is offered, along with a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Healthcare benefits (Full-time only)

401k with match (Full-time only)

Paid Time Off (Full-time only)

Sick Leave

Continuous training opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook in a nursing home or long-term care facility for at least one year.
• Ability to pass background checks.
• Experience in preparing diets accurately.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen operations in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor.
• Prepare meals for residents.
• Maintain a clean and safe cooking area.

Skills

Ability to prepare meals

Ability to follow menus

Experience in kitchen cleanliness

ServSafe certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Coal Creek Post Acute & Assisted Living is hiring a Part-Time Dietary Cook!

Shifts: Part-Time (Saturday & Sunday) 11am-7:30pm

At Coal Creek Post Acute & Assisted Living, we're committed to delivering personalized, compassionate care to every individual who walks through our doors. Imagine being part of a team where your skills and compassion are not only recognized but celebrated. Let your dedication shine as we work together to advance your career, enhance your skills, and achieve your professional goals.

What to Expect:

Prepare meals for residents in accordance with adopted menus and safe practices.

Why Coal Creek Post Acute & Assisted Living?

• Competitive pay
• Healthcare Benefits including Vision & Dental (Full-time only)
• 401k with match (Full-time only)
• Paid Time Off (Full-time only)
• Sick Leave
• Continuous Training and Growth Opportunities
• Fun environment and a great staff to work with!
• Impactful Work: Make a real difference in the lives of our residents

Successful Candidates

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience as a cook in a nursing home, assisted living, skilled nursing facility or long term care facility for not less than one year.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check as well as Colorado CAPS background check
• ServSafe certification a plus!
• Should have experience as a cook in a hospital or long term care facility for not less than one year.

Rate Range

$20 - $22/ hour

Ready to make a difference?

Join us at Coal Creek Post Acute and be part of an awesome team dedicated to providing the best care possible!

General Purpose

It is the responsibility of the cook to manage and operate the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor. He/she reports to the Dietary supervisor.

Essential Duties

• Maintain kitchen and cooking area in a safe, orderly, clean and sanitary manner.
• Ability to prepare tasteful meals and to cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
• Ability to follow prepared menus and portion control guides. Ability to prepare special diets accurately.
• Record food temperatures for the meals. Prepare pureed foods. Ability to work in cooperation and harmony with personnel in all departments.
• Maintain quaternary solution in sanitizer buckets. Assist with serving the different meals. Clean cooking area and serving carts.
• Report resident care concerns and potential issues to Administrator and/or Director of Nurses. Participate in the orientation and on-going training of dietary staff.
• Ability to make the presentation of the food appealing to the residents. Ability to cooperate. Willing to supervise and to work under supervision.
• To make sure all cleaning schedules are followed. Supervisory Requirements: This job has supervisory responsibilities in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor.