PRN Cook

Cascades at St. Anne; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional liability insurance

Flexible schedule

On the job training/mentoring

Job summary

Cascades at St. Anne in Seattle is seeking a PRN Cook to support our skilled nursing community. You will follow established recipes, prepare meals in large batches, and ensure meals are served on time with proper temperatures.

You will also adapt portions to resident needs and maintain a clean work area. The role offers on-the-job training, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Requires Food Handlers Permit and ServSafe Certification preferred.
• Ability to read, speak, and understand English.
• One plus year experience in a commercial kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Follows recipes and prepares meals per menu cycle.
• Cooks meals in institutional quantities with proper temperatures and timing.
• Adjusts quantities to resident needs to prevent waste.
• Serves meals on time and maintains a clean work area.
• Prepares substitutes to accommodate resident preferences.
• Assists Dietary Manager in inspections and state surveys.
• Adheres to infection control policies at all times.

Skills

Food safety

English proficiency

Kitchen experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Cascades at St. Anne | Seattle, Washington

PRN Cook

Cascades at St. Anne is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation community where compassionate care and professional growth go hand in hand. We proudly serve residents who depend on us for both long-term and short-term care, and we’re always interested in connecting with dedicated professionals who share our commitment to excellence.

If you’re looking for a workplace with a supportive team, appreciative residents, and opportunities to grow your career, Cascades at St. Anne may be the right fit for you.

What you'll do:

• Follows recipes and prepare meals that correspond to the menu cycle
• Cooks or prepares palatable, attractive, nutritionally adequate meals in institutional quantities according to census and diet type, that are served at proper temperatures and at proper times
• Adjusts food quantities according to the needs of residents to prevent over/under production of food
• Serves meals on time
• Keeps a clean and organized work area
• Prepares and maintain a supply of food substitutes to accommodate resident's choice and preferences
• Assists Dietary Manager in preparations for inspections and state surveys
• Follows facility policies and procedures for infection control at all times
• Other duties as necessary and assigned.

What we offer:

• Competitive hourly paybased on experience
• Professional liability insurance
• Flexible schedule
• On the job training/mentoring as needed
• Continuing education

What we're looking for:

• Current Food Handlers Permit
• ServSafe Certification is preferred
• Ability to read, speak, and understand English
• High school diploma or equivalent
• One plus years' experience working in a commercial kitchen
• Experience cooking in a skilled nursing facility a plus

Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions:

• Exposure to body fluids and communicable diseases
• Full range of body motion including handling and lifting objects
• Ability to lift/push/pull 50-100 lbs. unassisted
• Ability to stand or walk for long periods of time
• Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met
• Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of the facility

Why us:

Our Cooks care for a geriatric population that depends on consistent, knowledgeable, and compassionate care. We value teamwork, respect, and professional development-and we’re proud of the supportive environment we’ve built.