Part-Time Day Cook - Compassionate Senior Dining

Care-Initiatives; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Comprehensive benefits

Referral bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Digital wallet access

Job summary

Care Initiatives is seeking a Part Time Day Cook to prepare nutritious, appealing meals for residents in our Iowa facilities. You will contribute to menu planning, ensure food safety, and create a dignified dining experience that supports residents’ comfort and quality of life.

Willingness to complete Food Safety and Modified Diets training is required. Healthcare dietary setting experience is a plus, and we offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated skills in quantity food preparation and service.
• Willingness to complete training in Food, Safety, Sanitation and Modified Diets.
• Experience in a healthcare dietary setting a plus!

Responsibilities

• Contribute to menu planning and meal preparation, bringing creativity and personal flair while meeting nutritional guidelines and resident preferences.
• Prepare and serve meals that create an enjoyable, dignified dining experience and support residents’ comfort, satisfaction, and quality of life.
• Ensure meals are nutritious, well-balanced, and attractively presented in accordance with dietary requirements and food safety standards.
• Develop positive, respectful relationships with residents by engaging with them and incorporating feedback into meal service whenever possible.

Skills

Quantity food prep

Food safety training

Modified diets training

Job description

Care Initiatives is seeking a Part Time Day Cook to prepare nutritious, appealing meals for residents in our Iowa facilities. You will contribute to menu planning, ensure food safety, and create a dignified dining experience that supports residents’ comfort and quality of life.

Willingness to complete Food Safety and Modified Diets training is required. Healthcare dietary setting experience is a plus, and we offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth.