Willow Brook Cook

York General; York (NE); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Shift differentials

Job summary

York General's Willow Brook Cook position at Willow Brook is a full-time opportunity for kitchen professionals who love serving residents and crafting meals to exact recipes and temps. You’ll work in a team that values food quality and safety, with daytime hours and a supportive, resident-focused environment.

Join a team that prioritizes growth, competitive pay, health insurance, and retirement plans, with shift differentials for weekend coverage. Apply today!

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to follow verbal and written directions and observe safety rules.
• Understanding of therapeutic diets, dietary consistencies, and standardized recipes.
• Ability to use kitchen equipment, cleaning chemicals, and supplies safely and correctly.
• A team‑player attitude and a commitment to serving great food.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve resident meals and special function dishes at the proper temperature, following resident preferences, menus, standardized recipes, and portion guidelines.
• Take charge of food service operations, ensuring all tasks are completed efficiently.
• Maintain detailed logs for food temperatures, refrigeration, dish machines, cooling, sanitization, and more.
• Follow HACCP policies and maintain proper food handling and safety standards.
• Receive and store food supplies, ensuring all items are properly labeled, dated, and stored according to guidelines.

Skills

Team player

Safety conscious

Ability to follow directions

Therapeutic diets knowledge

Job description

Position Title: Willow Brook Cook - Full Time (FT)

Department: Culinary Services

Reports to: Culinary Director

Join Our Culinary Team

Are you passionate about cooking and looking for a job where your skills are truly appreciated? At Willow Brook, our residents are foodies who love great meals and great company! If you enjoy preparing delicious food, receiving genuine appreciation at work, and having a consistent, work‑life balanced schedule, this is the opportunity for you!

Highlights of the Position

• Get your evenings back: No late night shifts here!
• Growth opportunities: Many of our employees start in dietary services and grow into medical careers. York General supports your advancement!
• Employee‑centered: York General was named among Modern Healthcare's Best Places to Work for 13 years in a row!
• Full Benefits Package: Competitive pay, health insurance, retirement plans, and more.
• Shift Differentials: Additional pay for weekend shifts.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and serve resident meals and special function dishes at the proper temperature, following resident preferences, menus, standardized recipes, and portion guidelines.
• Take charge of food service operations, ensuring all tasks are completed efficiently.
• Maintain detailed logs for food temperatures, refrigeration, dish machines, cooling, sanitization, and more.
• Follow HACCP policies and maintain proper food handling and safety standards.
• Receive and store food supplies, ensuring all items are properly labeled, dated, and stored according to guidelines.

What You Need

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to follow verbal and written directions and observe safety rules.
• Understanding of therapeutic diets, dietary consistencies, and standardized recipes.
• Ability to use kitchen equipment, cleaning chemicals, and supplies safely and correctly.
• A team‑player attitude and a commitment to serving great food.

Join a team that values both great food and great people! Apply today!