Cook, Long Term Care (LTC)

Facility: GSS KS Parsons Ctr • Location: Parsons, KS • Address: 709 Leawood Dr, Parsons, KS 67357, USA

About the role

Prepares, assembles baked goods, cooks, seasons and portions food for patients/residents, staff, and visitors of the designated facility, following menu and dietary requirements. Adheres to food quality standards of appearance, taste, temperature, and sanitation. Performs washing and cleaning duties to ensure sanitation and cleanliness in cooking and serving areas. Maintains labeling and storage of food, equipment, and machinery. Works with internal customers, requiring strong communication and teamwork skills in a dynamic culinary environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve high-quality, safe food for patients/residents, co-workers, and guests.
• Follow standardized recipes and Hazardous Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) guidelines for food preparation, storage, and usage.
• Document HACCP steps, temperatures, and outcomes to ensure food safety while following production sheets for daily and weekly menus.
• Operate equipment such as mixers, slicers, kettles, combination ovens, food grinders, food processors, ovens, stovetops, induction burners, grills, deep fat fryers, knives, dishwashers, garbage disposals, refrigerators, and freezers.
• Maintain sanitation and cleanliness in all cooking and serving areas.
• Work independently when necessary and understand food safety and sanitation processes.
• Perform basic math for measurements and demonstrate proficiency in reading and understanding recipes.
• Stand for the majority of the day and walk long distances throughout the facility.
• Fulfill annual continuing education requirements, including departmental meetings, safety education, and mandatory in-services.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written directions.
• Basic math skills for measurements.
• Minimum of six months of applicable experience preferred; on-the-job training will be provided.
• ServSafe certification may be required within a designated time frame, depending on location.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification may be required depending on location.
• Valid Driver’s License may be required if driving is part of the role.

Schedule

Part time • Weekly Hours: 28.00 • Shift: Varies

Pay

Starting Rate: $16.50 - $23.50 per hour

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Work/life balance benefits
• Generous time off package

For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits. Benefits eligibility varies for full-time and part-time employees.