Dietary Cook/Kitchen Prep

Fort Wayne, IN, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Competitive starting wage

Employee Referral Bonus

DailyPay

paid life insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k

Tuition Reimbursement

Education bonus

Job Description

Ashton Creek Health and Rehabilitation is a dedicated healthcare facility focused on providing exceptional care and support to senior residents. This establishment prides itself on fostering a warm, family-like work environment where each employee's contribution is valued and essential. The center is committed to enabling its residents to achieve and maintain their highest functional abilities, emphasizing a culture of compassion, respect, and excellence in care. Ashton Creek Health and Rehabilitation offers not only a fulfilling workplace but also opportunities for professional growth and recognition within a supportive community.

The position available is for a full-time Dietary Cook/Kitchen Prep. This role is vital to the center’s mission as it ensures that high-quality, nutritious, and appealing meals are prepared and served to residents in accordance with health and safety regulations. The Dietary Cook/Kitchen Prep is tasked with maintaining a clean and safe dining services environment, adhering strictly to facility policies and federal and state regulations. This position comes with a competitive starting wage accompanied by additional pay for experience, highlighting the company’s commitment to rewarding skilled staff. Benefits include a $1,000 new employee referral bonus, DailyPay for immediate compensation, monthly celebrations and recognitions, paid life insurance, and comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance packages. Employees also have access to 401K options after one year, up to $5,000 in annual tuition reimbursement, and quarterly education bonus programs.

In this role, the Dietary Cook/Kitchen Prep will be responsible for preparing meals based on standardized recipes, ensuring proper portion sizes, recording food temperatures, and supervising dining aides when necessary. Timeliness is crucial, with meals being ready and service started punctually. The role also requires engaging with residents to gather feedback on meals, following strict food safety temperature regulations, and maintaining hygiene by cleaning food service equipment and work areas. Additional duties include replenishing supplies, sweeping and mopping floors, and opening the kitchen at the start of shifts. Active participation in ongoing education, meetings, and staff in-services is expected, alongside strict adherence to confidentiality protocols and infection control measures.

This role suits individuals with strong interpersonal and managerial skills, capable of independent decision-making and effective communication. A genuine interest in working with seniors and a commitment to the health and well-being of residents are essential. The ability to work harmoniously within a team, maintain confidentiality, and follow ethical standards is paramount. Preferred qualifications include having a high school diploma or GED, being ServSafe certified or willing to obtain certification, and possessing at least one year of related experience. Overall, this position offers a meaningful career path with the chance to make a positive impact in a caring community while enjoying competitive pay and valuable benefits.

Job Requirements

Have an understanding of Dining Services procedures and practices
Have interpersonal and managerial skills such as the ability to follow oral, written and verbal instructions, function independently and make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language
Must be able to read recipes and menus
Have a genuine interest in seniors and a willingness to work for the best interest of the residents and facility
Have personal integrity and be able to deal tactfully with residents, family members, visitors, government agencies and personnel
Be able to work harmoniously with Dining Services staff and all other facility personnel
Requires judgment in prioritizing the performance of tasks, duties and responsibilities in accordance with established standards, policies and procedures
Ability to be discrete and protect the integrity of confidential information and stay within Corporate Compliance
Patience, a cheerful disposition, enthusiasm and a willingness to handle residents based on whatever maturity and physical level in which they are currently functioning
Ability to adhere to professional code of ethics
Ability to relate information concerning a resident’s condition

Job Qualifications

Have an understanding of Dining Services procedures and practices
Ability to follow oral, written and verbal instructions
Function independently and make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language
Must be able to read recipes and menus
Have a genuine interest in seniors and a willingness to work for the best interest of the residents and facility
Have personal integrity and be able to deal tactfully with residents, family members, visitors, government agencies and personnel
Be able to work harmoniously with Dining Services staff and all other facility personnel
Requires judgment in prioritizing the performance of tasks, duties and responsibilities in accordance with established standards, policies and procedures
Ability to be discrete and protect the integrity of confidential information and stay within Corporate Compliance
Patience, a cheerful disposition, enthusiasm and a willingness to handle residents based on whatever maturity and physical level in which they are currently functioning
Ability to adhere to professional code of ethics
Ability to relate information concerning a resident’s condition
High school diploma or GED is preferred but not required
ServSafe certified or willing to obtain certification
At least one year of experience in a similar position is preferred

Job Duties

Prepare quality food products according to standardized recipes and menus
Ensure proper preparation, portioning and serving of foods according to standardized recipes
Maintain and record assigned temperatures daily
Direct and supervise Dining Aides when needed
Have food ready at the specified time and begin meal service on time
Occasionally visit residents in dining rooms to gather their feedback regarding the meal served
Follow temperature regulations in preparing, serving and storing foods
Clean food service equipment after use
Complete other assigned cleaning per posted department cleaning schedule
Ensure supplies have been replenished in work areas as necessary
Sweep and mop floors
Be responsible for opening kitchen, if needed, turning on lights, unlocking/starting equipment
Attend and participate in in-service educational classes, department meetings and all staff in-services
Maintain confidentiality of all residents and their care to ensure resident rights and privacy are protected at all times
Comply with safety requirements, infection control measures, and maintain a clean work environment