Cook

Job summary

Prepare and cook nutritious meals according to planned menus while ensuring food quality and presentation meet company standards. Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen environment while adhering to strict food safety and sanitation guidelines.

Job details

Overview Role: Cook Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Cook, where you will play a vital role in preparing and cooking nutritious meals for residents in a long-term care facility. At HCSG, we are passionate about positively impacting the communities we serve. If you share our commitment to excellence and enhancing customer and resident experiences, join us and make a difference! Pay Rate USD $17.00 - USD $18.00 /Hr. Available Benefits for All Employees Free Telemedicine* Free Prescription Discount Program Free Employee Assistance Programs Get paid when you need it with PNC EarnedIt Financial Wellness Support from PNC Workplace Banking Hands-on-Training & Support Career Development Benefits Link Click here for more benefits information or copy this link: https://go-internal.hcsgcorp.com/l/1036773/2025-07-02/5xbpsq/1036773/17514637576MrQym5A/Employee_Benefits_for_Job_Descriptions__7_.pdf *Not available in AR. Responsibilities Prepare and cook meals according to planned menus and recipes. Ensure food quality, taste, and presentation meet HCSG standards. Adhere to food safety and sanitation guidelines; maintain a clean and orderly kitchen. Assist with inventory management and ordering of supplies. Interact positively with residents, staff, and guests, providing excellent customer service. All other duties as assigned. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. Previous experience as a cook or in food preparation is preferred. Ability to follow recipes and dietary restrictions. Maintain a positive attitude and effectively communicate with building occupants, administration, and HCSG leadership to perform daily tasks. Compliance with COVID-19 vaccination policies Must be able to lift/carry a maximum of 50 pounds, push/pull a maximum of 50 pounds, stand, sit, bend and walk for extended periods. Must be able to perform routine, repetitive tasks continuously. Must be able to work around food and cleaning products. May be required to complete an approved sanitation and safety course. ​​Current ServSafe or Food Handler certification is required based on State / County law. Residency within the service area required Ready to Join Us? If you're looking for a role where you can contribute to serving delicious meals and be part of a supportive and dedicated team, apply now and start making a difference at HCSG! Additional Pay Information Offered salary rates for this position are determined based on applicant qualifications, experience, education, and the specific needs, aspects, operational considerations, and requirements of the facility serviced. EEO Statement HCSG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We encourage employees to bring their authentic, original, and best selves to work for a culturally inclusive team. We offer equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, ethnicity, pregnancy status, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, political opinions or affiliations, veteran status, or other legally protected classes. HCSG also complies with applicable state and local laws and federal law requirements that govern nondiscrimination in every location where we operate.

What you’ll do

Prepare and cook nutritious meals according to planned menus while ensuring food quality and presentation meet company standards. Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen environment while adhering to strict food safety and sanitation guidelines.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent and have the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. A current ServSafe or Food Handler certification is required based on local regulations.

Benefits

• Free Telemedicine • Free Prescription Discount Program • Free Employee Assistance Programs • EarnedIt Financial Wellness Support • PNC Workplace Banking • Hands-on-Training & Support • Career Development

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred
• Food safety · Preferred
• Food preparation · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Sanitation · Preferred
• Cooking · Preferred
• Inventory management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Food Preparation
• Cooking
• Food Safety
• Sanitation
• Inventory Management
• Customer Service
• Menu Planning
• Recipe Adherence
• Dietary Restrictions
• Communication
• Food Quality Assurance And Control
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Lifting Ability
• Positivity
• Cleaning Products
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Food Safety And Sanitation
• Leadership
• Healthcare Services
• Medical Prescription
• Recipes
• Telehealth

Job areas

• Food & Beverage
• Healthcare
• Hospitality
• Cook
• Cooks
• Cooks, Restaurant