Senior Cook, Long Term Care; LTC

Careers With Purpose

Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.

Facility: GSS IA Milford Heritage Landing
Location: Milford, IA
Address: 1305 Jeppeson Rd, Milford, IA 51351, USA
Shift: Varies
Job Schedule: PRN
Weekly

Hours:

Varies
Salary Range: $16.00 - $25.50

Performs a variety of duties in the production of food that supports patient/resident care. Executes meal service based on prescribed patient/resident diets. Prepares, cooks, seasons, and portions food for patients/residents, staff, and visitors of the designated facility, preparing and serving food within guidelines of menu and dietary requirements. Adheres to food quality standards of appearance, taste, temperature, and sanitation. Performs washing and cleaning duties to ensure sanitation and cleanliness in cooking and serving areas.

Maintains labeling and storage of food, equipment, and machinery. Provides the highest quality and safest food possible to patients/residents, co‑workers, team members, and guests. Requires above‑average communication and excellent teamwork skills. Demonstrates ability to cook, function, and thrive in a dynamic culinary environment and follows standardized recipes and HACCP guidelines. Documents HACCP steps, temperatures, and outcomes to assure the safest food while following production sheets for daily and weekly menus.

Operates equipment such as mixers, slicers, kettles, ovens, food processors, stovetops, induction burners, grills, deep‑fat fryers, knives, dishwashers, garbage disposals, refrigerators, and freezers. Works independently when necessary and exhibits understanding of food safety and sanitation processes, basic math, and recipe interpretation. Requires the ability to be on feet for the majority of the day and walk long distances throughout the facility.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions.
• At least one year of previous cooking experience required, with therapeutic diets experience preferred; strong restaurant line cooking experience to coordinate timely food preparation.
• Will be required to obtain Serv Safe certification within designated timeframe depending on location.
• Must complete annual continuing education requirements of the department and facility including departmental meetings, safety education, therapeutic diet training, and mandatory in‑services.

The Good Samaritan offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full‑time and part‑time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time‑off package. For more information about Total Rewards, visit  .

The Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call or email talent. The Good Samaritan has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre‑employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0249770
Job Function: Facilities and General Services
Featured: No