Senior Nutrition Cook — Nutritious Meals & Team Impact

Hiawatha Care Center; Hiawatha (IA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Hiawatha Care Center is actively hiring a Cook to prepare nutritious, high-quality meals for our residents. The Cook will work with the dietary team to provide a safe and enjoyable dining experience, following approved menus and therapeutic diet requirements.

This full-time position offers a $20 per hour wage, opportunities to advance with a strong team, and benefits including health, dental, vision and life insurance, a 401(k) with company match, PTO and EAP.

Qualifications

• Previous cooking experience preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to prepare meals in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to approved menus and recipes
• Follow therapeutic diet requirements and physician orders
• Maintain food quality, portion control, and presentation standards
• Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation regulations
• Assist with inventory, food storage, and kitchen cleanliness
• Work collaboratively with the dietary team to ensure excellent meal service

Skills

Cooking experience

Food safety

Organization

Teamwork

Job description

Hiawatha Care Center is actively hiring a Cook to prepare nutritious, high-quality meals for our residents. The Cook will work with the dietary team to provide a safe and enjoyable dining experience, following approved menus and therapeutic diet requirements.

This full-time position offers a $20 per hour wage, opportunities to advance with a strong team, and benefits including health, dental, vision and life insurance, a 401(k) with company match, PTO and EAP.