Senior Care Cook: Nutritious Meals & Resident Impact

Healthcare Services Group, Inc; Ashland (KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

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Job summary

Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) is hiring a Cook to prepare and cook nutritious meals for residents in a long-term care facility. You will work with a team to follow planned menus, maintain quality, and present meals appealingly, while upholding food safety standards.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, prior cooking experience, ability to follow recipes and dietary restrictions, and compliance with vaccination policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience as a cook or in food preparation is preferred.
• Ability to follow recipes and dietary restrictions.
• Maintain a positive attitude and effectively communicate with building occupants, administration, and HCSG leadership to perform daily tasks.
• Compliance with COVID-19 vaccination policies
• Must be able to lift/carry a maximum of 50 pounds, push/pull a maximum of 50 pounds, stand, sit, bend and walk for extended periods.
• Must be able to perform routine, repetitive tasks continuously.
• Must be able to work around food and cleaning products.
• May be required to complete an approved sanitation and safety course.
• Current ServSafe or Food Handler certification is required based on State / County law.
• Residency within the service area required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to planned menus and recipes.
• Ensure food quality, taste, and presentation meet HCSG standards.
• Adhere to food safety and sanitation guidelines; maintain a clean and orderly kitchen.
• Assist with inventory management and ordering of supplies.
• Interact positively with residents, staff, and guests, providing excellent customer service.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Food safety awareness

Communication

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ServSafe certification

Job description

Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) is hiring a Cook to prepare and cook nutritious meals for residents in a long-term care facility. You will work with a team to follow planned menus, maintain quality, and present meals appealingly, while upholding food safety standards.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, prior cooking experience, ability to follow recipes and dietary restrictions, and compliance with vaccination policies.