Join Our Team as a Cook!
At Dayton Nursing and Rehabilitation, we're dedicated to nurturing a supportive atmosphere that values employee satisfaction, fosters professional growth, and champions a purpose-driven culture. Join us in our mission to positively impact the lives of our residents while advancing your career!
Why Choose Us:
- Competitive Wages: Receive a rewarding compensation package.
- Career Advancement: Grow with us through opportunities for career progression.
About the Role:
As a Cook, you'll play a vital role in enhancing the dining experience for our residents by preparing and serving nutritious meals tailored to specific dietary needs, ensuring the highest standards of food safety and cleanliness. Your efforts will directly impact the well-being and satisfaction of those we serve!
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Valid Food Handler's Card required.
- Strong commitment to personal hygiene and cleanliness.
- Basic knowledge of or willingness to learn food safety regulations and sanitation practices.
- Familiarity with food handling, preparation, and cooking techniques preferred.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and cook meals, ensuring all food reaches safe temperatures.
- Follow recipes and menu plans, accommodating special dietary needs and portion sizes.
- Serve meals to residents, guests, and staff.
- Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, utensils, and work areas.
- Maintain food records and manage inventory of supplies and equipment.
- Ensure kitchen equipment and appliances are clean and in good working condition.
- Handle cleaning chemicals safely, following proper procedures.
- Adhere to sanitation, safety, and infection control protocols.
- Demonstrate knowledge of food preparation regulations.
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and health.
- Follow best practices aligned with residents' care plans.
- Conduct yourself professionally and in line with facility policies.
- Foster positive interactions with residents, staff, and visitors.
- Provide excellent customer service to support resident care.
- Participate in identifying and addressing staff training needs.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
- Capacity to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Manual dexterity for handling kitchen tools and equipment.
- Skill in reaching, bending, and performing repetitive tasks.
- Stamina to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.
If you're passionate about making a positive impact on our residents' well-being, we encourage you to apply for this key role!
EEOC Statement: Dayton Nursing and Rehabilitation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Pay: Up to $13.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
- Food Handler Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
