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Valley Manor Care Center
Cook - Fulltime
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A Cook prepares food in a restaurant or institutional kitchen. May be responsible for a specific station or type of food preparation in a larger kitchen, or specialize as a short-order or fast-food cook. May prepare meals in private homes, or cater parties.
$34,307 / year median in Colorado
-8% projected decline
Job Description
Care with Heart. Work with Purpose. Join Valley Manor Care Center as a Cook in beautiful Montrose, CO . This is more than a job! It's a paid opportunity to serve others, live our mission, and make a meaningful impact in a healthcare setting. As a compassionate organization, we're dedicated to serving others and fostering an environment where both our residents and team members thrive. If you're ready to grow your career while making a difference, we'd love to connect with you. The Valley Manor Center is a community of Volunteers of America National Services, a subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization. Proudly Great Place to Work® Certified for 8 consecutive years .
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Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday 11:30-8pmSchedules:
M-F 11:30-8pm Why You'll Love It Here Supportive, caring leadership that truly values your voice A positive, team-oriented environment where you can rely on one another A beautiful, welcoming campus you'll enjoy coming to each day Opportunities for career growth and ongoing development Purpose-driven work that makes a meaningful difference every day What We Offer Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance 403(b) with discretionary contribution Paid Time Off + Personal Days Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability Employee Assistance Program Wellness incentives (earn up to $350) Get paid early (access up to 50% of earnings) Referral bonuses & scholarship opportunities What You Bring (Requirements) High School diploma/GED required preferred. Education in quantity cooking and therapeutic diets preferred. Minimum of one year food service experience in a healthcare dietary setting preferred. Must be eighteen (18) years of age. General knowledge of quantity food preparation and portioned serving required. What You'll Be Responsible For Completes defined food preparation, serving of meals and cleaning duties according to proper procedures, using various dietary equipment and supplies, as assigned by the Director of Food and Nutrition Services and Management Team. Plans and initiates cooking schedule for food preparation to meet meal schedule. Prepares, seasons, cooks and serves meat, main dish, soup and vegetable for assigned meal; ensures appropriate portioned servings according to portion control standards. Prepares nutritional snacks for residents as assigned. Performs other duties or special assignments as directed by the Director of Food and Nutrition Services. About Us The Valley Manor Care Center is a welcoming community that includes long-term care, short-term rehabilitation, memory care, and short-term respite care. Nestled in Montrose and surrounded by breathtaking Colorado scenery, residents enjoy the nearby depths of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park to the east and the majestic San Juan Mountains to the south, along with easy access to charming downtown shops, local dining, and year-round outdoor recreation. At VOANS , we celebrate sharing, encouraging and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organizations' shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best. Experience Preferred 1 year(s): Food service experience in a healthcare dietary setting preferred Education Preferred High School or better Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Personal Leave
- 403(b) Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans
- Health and Wellness Programs