Evening Cook — Nutritious Meals & Resident Care

Care Initiatives; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Referral bonus program

Tuition reimbursement

Digital wallet access

Job summary

State Center Specialty Care in State Center, IA is hiring a Cook to join Care Initiatives. This part-time evening position offers to prepare meals meeting nutritional guidelines and resident preferences while delivering compassionate service.

Join our network of Iowa skilled nursing communities with competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for training and advancement across the Care Initiatives family.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated skills in quantity food preparation and service.
• Willingness to complete training in Food, Safety, Sanitation and Modified Diets.
• Experience in a healthcare dietary setting a plus!

Responsibilities

• Contribute to menu planning and meal preparation, bringing creativity and personal flair while meeting nutritional guidelines and resident preferences.
• Prepare and serve meals that create an enjoyable, dignified dining experience and support residents’ comfort, satisfaction, and quality of life.
• Ensure meals are nutritious, well-balanced, and attractively presented in accordance with dietary requirements and food safety standards.
• Develop positive, respectful relationships with residents by engaging with them and incorporating feedback into meal service whenever possible.

Skills

Quantity food preparation

Food safety

Job description

State Center Specialty Care in State Center, IA is hiring a Cook to join Care Initiatives. This part-time evening position offers to prepare meals meeting nutritional guidelines and resident preferences while delivering compassionate service.

Join our network of Iowa skilled nursing communities with competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for training and advancement across the Care Initiatives family.