Part-Time Cook: Resident-Centric Meals & Team

Willow Valley Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Part-time scheduling

Employee events

Supportive workplace culture

Ongoing training and professional dev.

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Willow Valley Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation is seeking a Part-Time Cook to join our dietary team. You will prepare and cook meals for residents, ensure on-time service, and maintain high standards of food safety and sanitation.

We offer part-time scheduling, ongoing training, and a supportive workplace culture. Join a dedicated team focused on resident-centered dining and quality service.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Previous cooking experience preferred; healthcare, long-term care, restaurant, or institutional kitchen experience is a plus.
• Valid ServSafe Food Handler or Food Protection Manager certification preferred, or ability to obtain as required.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and special dietary requirements preferred.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and organizational skills.
• Dependable, detail-oriented, and committed to providing excellent service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals for residents according to planned menus, dietary guidelines, and physician-ordered special diets.
• Ensure meals are prepared and served on time while maintaining quality, taste, and presentation.
• Follow proper food handling, storage, and preparation procedures.
• Maintain compliance with food safety, sanitation, infection control, and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Keep kitchen equipment, workstations, and food preparation areas clean, organized, and sanitized.
• Assist with meal preparation, serving, and kitchen cleanup as needed.
• Work collaboratively with dietary team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Help provide courteous, timely, and resident-centered meal service.

Skills

Food safety

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Dependability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Willow Valley Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation is seeking a Part-Time Cook to join our dietary team. You will prepare and cook meals for residents, ensure on-time service, and maintain high standards of food safety and sanitation.

We offer part-time scheduling, ongoing training, and a supportive workplace culture. Join a dedicated team focused on resident-centered dining and quality service.