Food Service Team Member / Cook

About the role

NHC Springfield is hiring a Team Member / Cook to join their dynamic team. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others while pursuing personal career growth.

Responsibilities

• Cook meals for residents and guests
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals according to dietary requirements
• Ensure food safety and quality standards are met
• Adapt recipes to meet special dietary needs
• Assist in maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience in food service or related field preferred
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (for part-time positions)
• Ability to work flexible hours including AM shifts

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new techniques and recipes

Skills

• Basic cooking skills
• Knowledge of nutrition principles
• Attention to detail
• Customer service orientation

Benefits

• Family-like culture
• Schedule flexibility
• Work-life balance
• No late nights
• Free shift meal
• Earned time off
• Holiday incentive pay
• Continued education opportunities
• Referral bonus program
• 401(k) match
• Vaccinations and testing
• Medical, dental, vision, flex spending accounts

Pay

The pay for this position is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Schedule

The AM Shifts are available for this position.

Employment Type

This is a Full Time or Part Time position.

Company Information

National HealthCare Corporation has been providing the best in senior care for 50 years. We believe in respecting individuals, promoting recovery, well-being, and independence. We operate multiple facilities including skilled nursing centers, assisted living communities, behavioral health hospitals, retirement communities, and homecare agencies. We also offer memory care, long-term care pharmacies, behavioral health, rehabilitation services, and management and accounting services to third parties.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.