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Job Location:

Centralia, WA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 15 - 16
Posted: 16 August 2026 (23 days ago)
Application Deadline: 13 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Community: Heritage Hall Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing

Community Type: Skilled Nursing

Location: Centralia MO

Shifts Available: Days

Employment Type: Part-Time

Pay: $15-$16

Why Youll Love Working Here: Were a team that believes in doing meaningful work the kind that makes a real impact. When you join us youre not just stepping into a role; youre stepping into a community thats committed to your growth your ideas and your success. Here youll collaborate with people who care deeply about what they do and support each other every step of the way. Be part of a great community with strong teamwork an excellent nurse-to-resident ratio and real opportunities to grow your career. Looking For An Opportunity To Make A Difference Come Grow With Us!


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Your Role as the Dietary Cook

Skilled Nursing

Americare Senior Living is seeking a dependable and team-oriented Dietary Cook to prepare nutritious home-style meals for residents in our skilled nursing this role youll play an essential part in supporting resident health comfort and quality of life through safe food preparation and a positive dining experience.


Summary

The Dietary Cook is responsible for preparing meals snacks and beverages in accordance with dietician-approved menus resident dietary needs and all applicable health safety and sanitation guidelines.

This role supports a clean safe and welcoming dining environment while collaborating with the dietary and care teams to deliver high-quality service.


This role may also be known as:

Dietary Cook Cook Food Service Cook or Kitchen Cook.


What Youll Do
  • Prepare and cook meals snacks and beverages for residents visitors and staff in a timely manner
  • Follow dietician-approved menus and accommodate individual resident dietary needs
  • Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen dining and food storage areas
  • Store label and organize food in a safe and sanitary manner
  • Wash dishes utensils and kitchen equipment
  • Set and clear tables before and after meals
  • Safely operate kitchen appliances and equipment
  • Ensure work areas utensils and equipment are maintained in a sanitary and safe condition
  • Adhere to company policies procedures and professional conduct standards
  • Maintain resident confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA guidelines
What You Bring
Qualifications
  • Must be at least 16 years of age
  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Continuing education related to dietary services is a plus
  • Previous experience in quantity food production preferred especially in a healthcare or skilled nursing setting
  • Ability to work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team
  • Knowledge of HIPAA OSHA and applicable state and federal regulations
  • Familiarity with lock-out/tag-out procedures and use of personal protective equipment
Skills & Abilities
  • Ability to follow menus recipes and dietary guidelines
  • Strong attention to food safety sanitation and detail
  • Dependable organized and service-oriented mindset
Physical Demands
  • Stand sit walk and change positions frequently
  • Lift or carry up to 50 lbs.; push and pull up to 50 lbs.
  • Use hands and arms to reach balance kneel stoop and bend
  • Safely operate kitchen appliances tools and equipment
Safety Requirements
  • Use carts when transporting food supplies and equipment
  • Wear appropriate protective equipment when handling knives sharp objects and hot surfaces
  • Wear skid-resistant supportive footwear to prevent slips and falls
  • Report work-related injuries within 12 hours and complete required documentation
  • Participate in company drug testing procedures
Work Environment

This role is performed in a professional kitchen environment that includes the use of stoves knives dishwashers walk-in refrigerators and coolers trash receptacles and other job-specific equipment. The environment is indoors with adequate lighting and ventilation.


Join Americare Senior Living and make a meaningful difference by providing nutritious meals and warm hospitality to residents in our Skilled Nursing community.


Equal Opportunity Employer

Americare Senior Living is committed to equal employment opportunities and welcomes applicants from all walks of life. We value diversity and strive to create a workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging.


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