Cook - Full-Time

Are you seeking a new and exciting chapter in your career journey? Join us at Story County Medical Center as a Cook within our Food and Nutrition department! Located in Nevada, Iowa, we deliver top-quality healthcare across multiple specialties in a community-focused setting. Be part of our dynamic team and make a meaningful impact in healthcare!

As a Cook you will:

• Incorporate basic food preparation skills utilizing standardized quantified recipes to assure retention of nutritive values, palatability, and appetizing appearance of food served to clients.
• Review menus and production sheets to determine type and quantities of assigned items to be prepared and plans cooking so food is ready at designate time.
• Portion foods attractively and accurately as specified in recipe and/or menu.
• Maintain work area in a neat, clean, and orderly manner in accordance with departmental standards.
• Assist in the distribution and set-up of patient/resident trays as assigned.
• Assist in preparation and set-up of catering events.
• Confer with Department Leader or designee and/or Dietitian regarding modified diet preparation to ensure accuracy in patient diet prescription.
• Operate dish machine following established policy and procedures.
• Consistently follow safe food guidelines through appropriate hand hygiene, food labeling, and other safe food practices. 
• Clean the kitchen according to duties assigned on cleaning schedule using correct cleaning and sanitizing procedures in Policy and Procedure Manual or instructions.
• Maintain high safety standards while operating all equipment according to proper procedures in Policy and Procedure Manual or instructions.
• Maintain effective working relationships with other dietary and facility employees to promote customer satisfaction.
• Maintain and promote professionalism within the department, Story Medical, and the community.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of patient, resident, and personnel information.

JOIN OUR TEAM!

Are you detail-oriented, organized, and passionate about optimizing patient care? We are looking for candidates who meet the following requirements:

Required Education, Experience, and Skills:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• ServSafe Certification (within 90 days of hire)
• Must have legal authorization to work in the United States

Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills:

• Knowledge of foods and methods of preparation.
• Ability to plan work in order to meet established deadlines.

WHY CHOOSE US?

Are you looking for a workplace that prioritizes your well-being and supports your professional growth? Look no further! We offer a competitive salary range paired with a comprehensive benefits package designed to assist you throughout your career journey.

At Story Medical, we provide access to wellness resources, professional development opportunities, retirement planning assistance, and a supportive work environment. We believe in equipping our team members with the tools and resources they need to succeed. Join us and become part of a community where your contributions are valued, and your growth is encouraged.

Additional Details:

Department: Food and Nutrition 

Employment Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Flexible scheduling with operating times 5:30am-7:00pm; Every other weekend

Salary Range: $17.00-$25.50

Work Authorization: Please note that Story County Medical Center will only employ individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. Candidates with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN, or those who require sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire at this time.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now and join our dedicated team at Story County Medical Center!

Salary : $17 - $26