Cook (Full Time-AM Shift)

🍳 Now Hiring: Full-Time Cook (AM Shift)

📍 Western Slope Health Center
💵 Starting Wage: $20–$23/hour

Are you passionate about cooking and making a difference in people’s lives? Join our team at Western Slope Health Center, where your skills help nourish and care for our residents every day.

We’re looking for a dependable, motivated Cook to lead our kitchen during morning shifts and help create delicious, nutritious meals in a supportive healthcare environment.

👩‍🍳 What You’ll Do

• Prepare and cook a variety of meals in large quantities
• Follow menus, recipes, and portion control guidelines
• Accurately prepare special and therapeutic diets (including pureed foods)
• Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary kitchen at all times
• Record food temperatures and ensure food safety compliance
• Assist with meal service and presentation to residents
• Supervise kitchen operations in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor
• Support and train dietary staff as needed
• Work collaboratively with all departments to support resident care

✅ What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least 1 year of cooking experience (healthcare or long-term care preferred)
• Ability to follow recipes and technical procedures
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Basic math skills for measurements and portions
• Problem-solving ability and attention to detail

📜 Requirements

• Must obtain and maintain a ServSafe Certification
• Knowledge of PCC (preferred)
• Must remain in good standing with the Department of Public Health

💪 Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, lifting (up to 50 lbs), and kitchen activity
• Ability to handle a fast-paced, hands-on environment

🌟 Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay
• Supportive team environment
• Meaningful work serving our community
• Opportunity to grow and take on leadership responsibilities

📌 Additional Details

This role includes supervisory responsibilities when the Dietary Supervisor is not present. Duties may evolve as needed to meet the needs of our residents and facility.

👉 Ready to bring your cooking skills to a place that truly values your work? Apply today and become part of our caring team!