Cook opportunity available! Be part of a supportive team that values collaboration, consistency, and meals made with heart.:
Advance Your Clinical Career in Senior Living
Are you a nurse or clinical professional looking for a meaningful role in senior living or long-term care? At Americare, you’ll combine clinical excellence with compassionate care.
Who We Are:
- Leading senior living and healthcare provider serving multiple states
- 40+ years of experience in assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing
- Values-driven culture built on RISING: Respect • Integrity • Servant Heart • Inspire • Nurture • Growth
- Nationally recognized workplace and care provider
Why Join Americare:
- Deliver high-quality resident-centered clinical care
- Work with supportive leadership and collaborative care teams
- Opportunity to grow into leadership or specialty clinical roles
- Focus on quality outcomes, compliance, and patient safety
- Be part of a mission-driven organization that values your expertise
Benefits Perks:
- Competitive compensation
- Daily pay access
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- 401(k) with company contribution
- Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support
- Free meals during shifts
- Recognition programs and career advancement pathways
Benefits may vary based on full-time, part-time, or PRN status.
Grow your clinical career in senior living with Americare. Apply today.:
Your Role as the Dietary Cook:
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 residents. In this role, you’ll play a key part in creating a positive dining experience while maintaining high standards of food quality, sanitation, and safety.
Summary:
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 Americare’s standards and values.
This role may also be known as:
Dietary Cook, Cook, Food Service Cook, or Kitchen Cook.
What You’ll Do:
- 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
What You Bring:
Qualifications:
- 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
Skills Abilities:
- 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
Physical Demands:
- 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
Safety Requirements:
- 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.
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.
Interested in Americare Senior Living but not ready to apply?:
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