Top 230 Cooks Jobs in Altoona, Ia

Cook
Woodlands Creek Senior Living —Clive, IA
- Day shift
- 18 years or older
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
Cook - PT
YSS —Des Moines, IA
- Part-time
- Background check
- High school diploma or GED
- Organizational skills
- Employee assistance program
- Loan forgiveness
Line Cook
Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants —Clive, IA
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- English
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Cook
Panda Restaurant Group —Altoona, IA
- $20 - $23 an hour
- Email
- Serving
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Conflict management
- Paid training
- Disability insurance
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Cook
Bass Pro Shops —Altoona, IA
- Part-time
- Entry level
- Kitchen
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
Kitchen Lead
Full Court Press —Des Moines, IA
- $20 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- Bar
- Mid-level
- In-person
- Profit sharing
- Paid holidays
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Kitchen Team
Panda Restaurant Group —Altoona, IA
- $17 - $20 an hour
- Email
- Serving
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- Paid training
- Disability insurance
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Line Cook
Proudfoot & Bird —Des Moines, IA
- $19 - $22 an hour
- Full-time
- Hotel
- High school diploma or GED
- 1 year
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Restaurant Line Cook
Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - CyHawk Hospitality Inc. —Altoona, IA
- Full-time
- In person
- Restaurant
- Entry level
- Kitchen
- Flexible schedule
- Referral program
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Cook III
UnityPoint Health —Des Moines, IA
- Full-time
- Hospital
- ServSafe
- Customer service
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
3d
Line Cook - Broil/Grill
Texas Roadhouse —Altoona, IA
- Part-time
- Restaurant
- Entry level
- Kitchen
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Grill Cook
Sodexo —Des Moines, IA
- $19 an hour
- Part-time
- Hospital
- Customer service
- Entry level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
5d
Cook
StoryPoint —Altoona, IA
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Line Cook
HomeGrown —Des Moines, IA
- $15 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Cooking
- Entry level
- Kitchen
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Prep Cook | Part-Time | Iowa Events Center
Oak View Group —Des Moines, IA
- $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Entry level
- Kitchen
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
Prepared Meals and Rotisserie Chicken Associate
Sam's Club —Des Moines, IA
- $17 - $25 an hour
- 18 years or older
- High school
- Sales
- Paid jury duty
- Disability insurance
Cook | Part-Time | Iowa Events Center
Oak View Group —Des Moines, IA
- $22 an hour
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Team management
- 1 year
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
2d
Food Service Worker - Grand View University
Aramark —Des Moines, IA
- University
- Cash handling
- Entry level
PM Line Cook - Bubba
Bubba —Des Moines, IA
- $17 - $19 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Cooking
- 1 year
- Entry level
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Line Cook-Des Moines
Big Grove Brewery —Des Moines, IA
- Part-time
- No travel
- Communication skills
- Entry level
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Cook

Woodlands Creek Senior Living
Clive, IA

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Job Details

Benefits

AD&D insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Referral program
Prescription drug insurance

Qualifications

Industrial food slicers
Kitchen health and safety standards
Food mixers
Food service health code compliance
Safety regulations
Blenders
Food preparation equipment operation

Full Job Description

Dial is the place to love the way you work. Our team members get the opportunity to serve and learn from some of the most knowledgeable seniors. Our residents will become your family as we seek to infuse happiness into the lives of those we serve daily. You will make a difference at Dial by not only adding years to resident's lives, but life to their years.

Perks & Benefits:

Birthday & anniversary PTO
Tuition Assistance
Double pay on holidays
PTO accrual on DAY 1
Referral Bonus
Free meal during shift (Up to $260 savings)
Loyalty Incentive
Employee Recognition Program
Discounts through Verizon and AT&T
Pay Advance Program
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance including Dental and Vision
Basic Term Life/AD&D
401K

Position Summary

This position is responsible for independently preparing meals and managing food production. The role supports the Sous or Executive Chef in maintaining high quality of food and safety standards.

Essential Job Responsibilities

Prepare and cook a variety of meals for residents with attention to quality and presentation.
Alter or adapt recipes to accommodate special dining needs of residents or to improve recipes.
Ensure attractive presentation of food on the plate before serving.
Identify food and supplies needed for the next week’s menus and report to the supervisor.
Participate in new menu and special menu planning.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of work area and kitchen/storage areas.
Ensure proper handling, labeling and storage of food for infection control.
Prepare meats for storage and portion control upon delivery. Ensure proper storage of all delivered foods and ingredients.
Assist with dishwashing and kitchen sanitation, as needed.
Notify manager of food supply needs and malfunctioning equipment or appliances.
Assist in the recording of Ready – to – Use – food items into the TELS website. Three items should be recorded for every meal.
Record cooler, freezer and dish machine temperatures in the TELS website.
Report any on-the-job injuries to the supervisor before the end of the work shift on the day the injury occurs.
Maintain confidentiality of verbal and written information pertaining to residents, community operations and personnel.
Other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience, and Other Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age
2+ years of cooking experience in senior living, healthcare, or restaurant setting

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

Strong knowledge of food safety and dietary guidelines
State food-handling and kitchen regulations
Promote teamwork in providing services to residents.
Operation of kitchen appliances (dishwasher, garbage disposal, microwave, coffee maker, ice machine, blender, food processor, meat slicer, mixer, etc.)
Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 40 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications

ServeSafe or equivalent certification is preferred
Willingness to learn and help others
Enjoyment in working with older adults

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