Lead Cook - Full-time - Dayshift.

Good-Samaritan; Holstein (IA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily pay

Health insurance

Company matched 401(k)

Paid time off

Education assistance

Scholarships

Job summary

The Good Samaritan Society in Holstein, IA is seeking staff for food preparation and kitchen duties in a not-for-profit, Christian environment. The role focuses on cooking and serving residents, following menus and dietary guidelines, while maintaining high sanitation and safety standards.

Join a compassionate team at Good Samaritan Society with opportunities for advancement, competitive benefits, and a supportive work culture.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to read, write and follow directions.
• Two years experience and leadership experience preferred.
• Serv Safe may be required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, cooks, seasons and portions food for patients/residents, staff and visitors.
• Ensures food quality, appearance, taste, temperature and sanitation.
• Maintains labeling and storage of food, equipment and machinery.
• Operates kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.

Skills

Cooking experience

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

$17.5 - $28.0/hourly

Good Samaritan

Careers With Purpose

Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.

Facility: GSS IA Holstein Ctr

Location: Holstein, IA

Address: 505 W 2nd St, Holstein, IA 51025, USA

Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts

Job Schedule: Full time

Weekly Hours: 40.00

Salary Range: $17.50 - $28.00

If you have some cooking experience, we are looking for you---

The Good Samaritan Society in Holstein, IA is a small facility with a big heart! Our staff is compassionate and dedicated to the residents. We are a family. The Good Samaritan Society is proud to be one of the largest non-profit providers of senior services in the US.

Benefits

• *NEW* Daily pay!
• *Excellent Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• *Generous Shift Differentials
• *Health Savings Account
• *Company Matched 401(k) Retirement Plan
• *Salary Increases
• *Referral Bonuses
• *Advancement Opportunities
• *Paid Time Off
• *Compassionate Leave
• *Education Assistance
• *Scholarships and Sponsorships
• *Continuing Education
• *Years of Service Recognition Program
• *Verizon and AT&T Discounts
• *Hotel Discounts
• *Verizon and AT&T Discounts
• *Hotel Discounts

Good Samaritan offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .

Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail].

Good Samaritan has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Job Summary

Performs all duties in food preparation as assigned. Provides daily direction to cooks and other assigned areas ensuring all departmental standards and goals are met. Prepares, cooks, seasons and portions food for patients/residents, staff, and visitors of the designated facility, preparing and serving food within guidelines of menu and dietary requirements. Adheres to food quality standards of appearance, taste, temperature and sanitation. Performs washing and cleaning duties to insure sanitation and cleanliness in cooking and serving areas. Maintains labeling and storage of food, equipment, and machinery. Prepares and provides the highest quality and safest food possible to patients/residents, co-workers, team members and guests.

Works with many internal customers, requiring above average communication as well as excellent team work skills. Displays ability to cook, function and thrive in a dynamic and changing culinary environment.

Follows standardized recipes and Hazardous Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) guidelines to prepare, store and use food and food products. Documents HACCP steps, temperatures and outcomes to assure the safest food possible while following production sheets for daily and weekly menus. Operates equipment such as, but not limited to, mixers, slicers, kettles, combination ovens, food grinders, food processors, ovens, stovetops, induction burners, grills, deep fat fryers, knives, dishwashers, garbage disposals, refrigerators and freezers.

Possesses ability to work independently when necessary. Possesses an understanding of food safety and sanitation processes. Exhibits understanding of basic math to appropriately measure alongside displaying proficiency in reading and understanding recipes. Demonstrates ability to be on feet for the majority of the day and walk far distances throughout the hospital.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Possesses ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions. Ability to perform basic math. Depending upon location applying for, a minimum of two years experience and previous leadership experience preferred. On-the-job training will be provided.

Depending upon location of hire, Serv Safe may be required to obtain within a designated time frame.

Job Function: Facilities and General Services