Cook/ Culinary Assistant

Westhaven, a senior care community, managed by Cassia, is hiring a Cook/ Culinary Assistant to join our team in Boone, IA. This is a great opportunity for those seeking entry-level work or wanting to learn and grow in a healthcare setting. Whether you are beginning your healthcare journey or bringing valuable experience, at Westhaven you will feel appreciated, supported, and empowered to grow.
 

In this unique role, you will be working as both a Cook and Culinary Assistant based on needs. As a Cook at Westhaven you will be working in a commercial kitchen to make specialized meals for our residents. This can include working with dietary needs that require diabetic, low-sodium and pureed meals along with batch cooking. You will ensure that all food preparation and cooking activities comply with health, cleanliness, and safety regulations. As a Culinary Assistant, you will gain valuable knowledge and experience by serving our residents, employees, and family members’ meals. Our Dietary Department is a great group to work with and are valued by the staff and residents alike. 

Cook/ Culinary Assistant Responsibilities:

• Deliver exceptional service to residents by providing fast, friendly and excellent customer service to all guests.
• Prepare and cook all meals to ensure adherence to recipes and quality standards.
• Observe and report on low stock or high-demand choices.
• Observe and report on resident change of condition or changes in ability.
• Participate in meetings and required training to maintain regulatory standards of food service at the community.
• Inspect kitchen for conformance to government and company safety and sanitation requirements.
• Provide excellent customer service to residents, staff, and families.
• Collaborates with all departments to provide safe, quality and nutritious meals and service to residents.
• Assist in maintaining a clean and sanitary dietary department.
• Wash dishes and clean the kitchen and dining rooms.
• Assist residents, employees, and guests with a broad range of dietary needs.
• Perform additional tasks as needed.

• 1+ year commercial cooking/ food preparation experience required.
• Selected candidates are required to pass background checks.
• Prior serving/ dining experience preferred but not required. We Will Train!
• Completion of food safety, handling and sanitation education upon hire
• Must be able to read and follow recipes.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Ability to stand for length of shift.

• Competitive Wages
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Employee Assistance Program with free confidential counseling/coaching for self and family members 

Cassia is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action & veteran friendly employer.