Description:
At Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur Health Center, we are committed to providing compassionate, person-centered care in a faith-based environment. Guided by our mission to extend God's goodness through service, respect, and hospitality, every team member plays an important role in creating a warm and welcoming home where our Sisters feel valued, cared for, and supported.
As a Cook, you'll do more than prepare meals—you'll help create an enjoyable dining experience by providing nutritious, high-quality meals that support the health and well-being of our residents.
Schedule available:
Full-Time (32 hours per week)
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Wednesday: 6:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. (every week)
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Tuesday: 9:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. (Week 1)
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Thursday: 9:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. (Week 2)
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Every Other Weekend: 9:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Requirements:
Responsibilities:
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Prepare and cook meals according to planned menus, standardized recipes, and physician-ordered therapeutic diets.
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Ensure food is prepared, portioned, and presented in an appealing and timely manner.
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Monitor food quality, temperatures, and proper storage to meet all food safety standards.
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Assist with meal service and accommodate special dietary needs as directed.
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Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen, food preparation, and storage areas.
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Properly operate and maintain commercial kitchen equipment.
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Receive, rotate, and store food and supplies using proper inventory and food safety practices.
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Work collaboratively with Dietary Services team members to ensure efficient meal service.
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Follow all local, state, and federal food safety, sanitation, and infection control regulations.
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Treat residents, families, visitors, and coworkers with compassion, dignity, and respect.
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Support the mission and values of Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur through your daily work.
Qualifications:
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High school diploma or GED.
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Previous experience as a cook in healthcare, long-term care, restaurant, hospitality, or institutional food service preferred.
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Knowledge of food preparation techniques, therapeutic diets, and safe food handling practices.
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Ability to follow standardized recipes and prepare meals in appropriate quantities.
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Strong organizational and time management skills.
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
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Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
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Current ServSafe Food Handler or Food Protection certification preferred (or willingness to obtain if required).
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A genuine desire to serve older adults with kindness, patience, and hospitality.
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Willingness to support the faith-based mission of Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur.
Why Work for Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur
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Low ratios, allowing our nurses to provide attentive, and individualized care
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Rated 5 Stars on the Five-Star Quality Rating System
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Meaningful work in a supportive, mission-driven environment
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Competitive pay and benefits package
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Employer paid Life insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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Eleven (11) paid holidays and double time for holidays worked
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Generous Paid Time Off Bank
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Defined contribution retirement plan
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Annual Performance Reviews with cost-of-living consideration
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Training and growth opportunities
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Opportunity to make a difference in the daily lives of our Sisters
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Complimentary meal per shift
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Access to emergency financial assistance for qualifying hardships
