Nutritionally-Focused Cook for Senior Care

Cameron Nursing Center; Cameron (MO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Cameron Nursing Center in Cameron, MO is seeking a Cook to prepare and serve meals for residents according to menus and standardized recipes. You will monitor food handling, ensure nutritional standards, and support timely meal service while maintaining quality and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include reviewing menus, assisting with ordering and storage, and operating kitchen equipment safely. This role requires attention to detail and the ability to work with dietary staff to meet

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Two years as cook in a large-scale cooking operation preferred.
• One year’s work experience in long term care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares meal items according to planned menus and standardized recipes; refers to supervisor or dietitian the need for menu changes.
• Reviews menus, resident census information, production guides and pre-prep sheets to determine type and quantities of food to be prepared.
• Prepares food according to safe food handling guidelines per company policy and procedure and state and federal codes and regulations.
• Assists with food ordering, storage and preparation as designated by the supervisor; prepares food in a timely manner to preserve food quality and serve meal on time.
• Maintains standards for food preparation and quality of food service; uses nutritionally equivalent substitutes when required; follows standardized recipes.
• Operates kitchen utensils and equipment; bakes, roasts, broils, and steams food items to prepare for consumption.

Education

Highschool diploma or equivalency preferred.

Two years as cook in a large-scale cooking operation, preferred.

One year’s work experience in long term care preferred.

Job description

Cameron Nursing Center in Cameron, MO is seeking a Cook to prepare and serve meals for residents according to menus and standardized recipes. You will monitor food handling, ensure nutritional standards, and support timely meal service while maintaining quality and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include reviewing menus, assisting with ordering and storage, and operating kitchen equipment safely. This role requires attention to detail and the ability to work with dietary staff to meet