Senior Living Dietary Cook — Meaningful Meals

Americare Senior Living; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Daily Access to Wages

Complimentary Meals

Tuition Assistance

Comprehensive Benefits

Recognition and Appreciation

401(k) Plan

Job summary

Americare Senior Living is seeking a dependable Dietary Cook to prepare nutritious, home-style meals that support residents’ health, comfort and enjoyment. You’ll help create a positive dining experience while upholding high standards of food quality and safety.

The role emphasizes teamwork, compassionate service, and adherence to health regulations, with opportunities for growth and flexible scheduling in a senior living community.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Previous experience in quantity food production preferred, especially in a healthcare or senior living setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals for residents, visitors, and staff in a timely manner
• Follow dietician-approved menus while accommodating individual resident dietary needs
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen, dining areas, and food storage spaces
• Store, label, and organize food safely according to food safety guidelines
• Set up and clear dining areas before and after meals
• Safely operate kitchen appliances and equipment
• Adhere to company policies, procedures, and professional conduct standards
• Maintain resident confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA guidelines

Skills

Follow menus

Food safety

Team collaboration

Detail-oriented

Flexibility

Job description

Americare Senior Living is seeking a dependable Dietary Cook to prepare nutritious, home-style meals that support residents’ health, comfort and enjoyment. You’ll help create a positive dining experience while upholding high standards of food quality and safety.

The role emphasizes teamwork, compassionate service, and adherence to health regulations, with opportunities for growth and flexible scheduling in a senior living community.