Food Service Worker

The Waters of Peru; Peru (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Waters of Peru is seeking a compassionate Cook to support residents' health by preparing nutritious meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in our healthcare facility. You will follow dietary requirements and offer meal alternatives as needed.

You should have experience in institutional cooking, knowledge of sanitation, and a willingness to work with elders. The role emphasizes teamwork, quality, and compassionate service in a welcoming environment.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent required.
• 1 year dietary experience in a hospital, skilled nursing facility, or other related medical facility preferred.
• Sanitation certificate required.
• Must be able to cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
• Knowledgeable of dietary procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner following dietary restrictions and providing alternatives as needed.
• Follow verbal and written instructions accurately.
• Demonstrate care and empathy for residents with varying self-care abilities.
• Maintain sanitation, safety, and hygiene standards in all food preparation areas.
• Communicate effectively with residents and staff, and maintain professional appearance.

Skills

Institutional cooking

Sanitation knowledge

Meal planning

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1 year dietary experience in healthcare

Sanitation certificate

Job description

Join a compassionate healthcare team where your cooking skills make a meaningful difference every day. As a Cook, you'll prepare nutritious, delicious meals that support residents' health and well-being while working in a welcoming environment that values teamwork, quality, and your dedication to exceptional service.

POSITION SUMMARY:

As a Cook at The Waters of Peru, you will prepare and assist with food preparation for breakfast, lunch, and dinner while following specific dietary restrictions and providing alternatives for residents in our healthcare facility.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Some experience in institutional cooking; experience as a cook.
• Knowledge of food preparation, sanitation and hygienic methods.
• Follow verbal and written instructions.
• Sincere desire to work with elders and others who have a limited capacity for self-care.
• Mental & physical capacity to perform the essential job functions with or without accommodations.
• Work with and provides care to individuals of a wide range of personality types and maturity levels.
• The ability to demonstrate creative initiative and mature judgment in making competent decisions.
• Consistently maintain courteous, empathic, and professional attitude.
• Maintain confidentiality of all activities and persons.
• Maintain a professional appearance at all times.
• Communicate and comprehend orally and in writing to effectively receive and share information as necessary to perform job duties.
• Transportation accessible to enable flexibility of work schedule.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Must possess a high school education or equivalent (at a minimum)
• One (1) year dietary experience in a hospital, skilled nursing care facility, or other related medical facility preferred (but not necessary)
• Must have a sanitation certificate
• Must be able to cook a variety of foods in large quantities
• Must be knowledgeable of dietary procedures

Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, this company complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.