Full-Time Cook West Park Care Center →

Optalis Healthcare; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Optalis Healthcare is seeking a Cook to prepare meals for residents in a healthcare setting. You will follow standardized recipes, ensure meals meet dietary requirements, and maintain kitchen cleanliness and safety throughout shifts.

The role emphasizes timely service, adherence to food safety standards, and teamwork with care staff to support resident well-being and satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Experience working in institutional kitchen settings or similar environments.
• Ability to follow standardized recipes and dietary restrictions.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills with residents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to planned menus and standardized recipes.
• Serve meals at proper temperatures and preserve food quality.
• Follow resident dietary orders and preferences.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen and equipment.
• Monitor storage, rotate stock, and minimize waste.
• Support survey readiness and food safety compliance.

Skills

Food service experience

Time management

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Cook prepares and serves palatable, nutritious meals that meet residents' dietary needs and preferences in accordance with state and federal regulations. This role ensures food safety, sanitation, and quality standards while contributing to resident satisfaction and quality of life.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare meals according to planned menus and standardized recipes.
• Ensure food is prepared and served at the proper temperature and time.
• Follow physician-ordered therapeutic diets and resident preferences.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen, equipment, and utensils.
• Monitor food storage, rotate stock, and minimize waste.
• Support survey readiness and food safety compliance.
• Knowledge of food preparation, nutrition, and sanitation standards.
• Ability to follow recipes and diet orders accurately.
• Time management and organizational skills.
• Teamwork and communication abilities.

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1+ year institutional food service experience as a cook.

Preferred:

• Experience in healthcare dietary department.

Physical & Work Requirements

• Standing/walking most of the shift.
• Ability to lift 5--40 lbs and push carts up to 300 lbs with assistance.
• Work in hot, humid kitchen environment with exposure to cleaning chemicals.

Personal Attributes:

• Respect for residents
• Integrity

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