Healthcare Kitchen Cook – Full-Time, Weekdays & Rotating Weekends

Ozaukee County; United States; On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Lasata Care Center in Ozaukee County is seeking a Cook to join our Culinary Services team. You?ll prepare a variety of meals for residents, ensuring safety, nutrition, and appeal while following dietary requirements.

The job supports a fast-paced kitchen in a healthcare setting. This full-time role offers a starting pay of $20.95/hour with experience, weekday shifts 5:30 AM–2:00 PM and every other weekend 10:30 AM–7:00 PM, plus holiday rotation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• At least 1 year of experience as a cook or cook assistant in healthcare or senior living.
• Ability to prepare a variety of foods in large quantities.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and nutrition.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Willingness to supervise and train Culinary Service staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of foods for residents, including therapeutic diets.
• Follow menus, recipes, and diet orders while considering resident preferences.
• Maintain proper food handling, sanitation, and safety procedures.
• Ensure correct portions and temperatures; oversee food service line and tray setup.
• Serve meals attractively and provide good resident customer service.
• Assist with storage, labeling, inventory, and department records.
• Monitor equipment and report maintenance or safety concerns.
• Assist with training new Culinary Service employees and supervise aides as needed.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Large quantity cooking

Leadership / supervision

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Lasata Care Center in Ozaukee County is seeking a Cook to join our Culinary Services team. You?ll prepare a variety of meals for residents, ensuring safety, nutrition, and appeal while following dietary requirements.

The job supports a fast-paced kitchen in a healthcare setting. This full-time role offers a starting pay of $20.95/hour with experience, weekday shifts 5:30 AM–2:00 PM and every other weekend 10:30 AM–7:00 PM, plus holiday rotation.