Cook

The Valley Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, Mancos, CO – 211 E 3rd Ave, Mancos, CO 81328

About the role

We’re looking for dependable and experienced Dietary Cooks to join our team and help provide nutritious, well-prepared meals to our residents. If you have a passion for cooking and want to make a difference in the lives of seniors in a skilled nursing facility, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to planned menus and dietary requirements
• Ensure meals are prepared safely, timely, and with attention to taste and presentation
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and follow all sanitation and infection control standards
• Collaborate with dietary staff to meet residents’ preferences and special diets
• Accurately follow recipes, portion guidelines, and dietary restrictions
• Monitor food temperatures and document according to regulatory standards
• Assist with inventory, food storage, and receiving deliveries
• Perform additional duties as assigned in support of dietary operations

Requirements

• Prior cooking experience in a healthcare, hospitality, or institutional setting preferred
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and special dietary needs
• Reliable, organized, and able to work in a fast-paced environment
• A caring and respectful team player committed to quality service
• Reliable transportation and punctual attendance are required

Benefits

• Competitive pay with daily pay options
• Bonuses for employee referrals
• Career advancement opportunities in culinary services and healthcare support
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, PTO, and employer-sponsored life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education in culinary arts or healthcare fields

Schedule

Full-Time and Part-Time shifts available.