Dietary Cook

Community:Centennial Pointe by Americare Senior Living

Community Type:Assisted Living and Memory Care

Location:Springfield IL

Shifts Available:1st & 2nd shift

Employment Type:Full/part time

Pay:$16.00 to $16.50

Why Youll Love Working Here:

Americare is more than just a workplace-its a Senior Living Organization that offers a supportive and uplifting work environment that makes a difference in seniors lives daily. Were certified as a Great Place to Work and named a top provider by & World Report.

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Americare Senior Living is seeking a dependable and service-minded Dietary Cook to prepare nutritious home-style meals that support the health comfort and enjoyment of our this role youll play a key part in creating a positive dining experience while maintaining high standards of food quality sanitation and safety.

The Dietary Cook is responsible for preparing and serving meals in accordance with dietician-approved menus resident dietary needs and applicable health and safety regulations. This role supports a welcoming home-like dining environment while upholding Americares standards and values.

Dietary Cook Cook Food Service Cook or Kitchen Cook.

• 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 in accordance with food safety guidelines
• Wash dishes utensils and kitchen equipment
• 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

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Grade school education required
• Previous experience in quantity food production preferred especially in a healthcare or senior living setting

• Ability to follow menus recipes and dietary guidelines
• Attention to cleanliness food safety and detail
• Ability to work collaboratively with dietary and care teams
• Dependable organized and service-oriented approach

• Stand sit walk and change positions frequently
• Lift or carry up to 25 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

• Use carts when transporting food and supplies
• 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

Join Americare Senior Living and make a meaningful difference by providing nutritious meals and warm hospitality to those we serve every day.

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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