Full-Time Cook | $1,000 Sign-On Bonus & Benefits

Lutheran Home for the Aged; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on Bonus

Earned Time Off

Holiday Pay

Medical Insurance options

Retirement Benefits including Employer

Life Insurance options including an O

Long-term & Short-term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Dental & Vision Insurance

Critical Illness & Accident Insurance

On Demand Pay

Residents that you will fall in love

Job summary

The Lutheran Home is seeking a dedicated Full-time Cook to join our healthcare community in Missouri. You will prepare a variety of menu items for regular and modified diets, following standardized recipes and ensuring quality and attractive presentation.

You will assist residents with orders and ensure meals are served correctly and safely. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth within a supportive team, with a typical day shift and rotating weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience in large quantity cooking preferred.
• Institutional cooking experience desired.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Flexibility and willingness to assist with other kitchen duties as needed.
• Strong attention to detail and a passion for providing high-quality meals.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items in large quantities for regular and modified diets.
• Follow standardized recipes and ensure quality, consistency, and attractive presentation of food.
• Assist residents and families with placing orders on tablets or meal cards.
• Serve food in proper portions and monitor food temperatures.
• Receive, store, rotate, label, and date food products according to guidelines.
• Assist with stocking, cleaning, sanitizing, and maintaining kitchen equipment and work areas.
• Support other kitchen duties and shift to additional positions and/or locations as needed.
• Follow all food safety and sanitation standards while maintaining a clean and orderly environment.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Food safety

Fast-paced environment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Lutheran Home is seeking a dedicated Full-time Cook to join our healthcare community in Missouri. You will prepare a variety of menu items for regular and modified diets, following standardized recipes and ensuring quality and attractive presentation.

You will assist residents with orders and ensure meals are served correctly and safely. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth within a supportive team, with a typical day shift and rotating weekends.