Cook- Day

Pleasant Hills Community Living Center•Jackson, MS

About The Position

Community Eldercare Services (CES) is looking for a Dietary Cook to join our growing team! If you are a highly organized, detail-oriented, and dependable individual seeking employment with meaningful work and growth opportunities, look no further! Begin your career with Community Eldercare Services (CES) where meaningful connections and opportunities await you. 1st shifts available- 5:30am to 2pm / 11:30am to 8pm Our mission is to reconnect people to life through individuals serving individuals. We are dedicated to providing compassionate and personalized care for those we serve. Our team is committed to ensure the well-being and comfort of every resident. We believe in creating a welcoming, supportive environment that feels like home. At Community Eldercare Services (CES), our core values include: COMPASSION HONESTY ACCOUNTABILITY RELATIONSHIPS TRUSTWORTHINESS At Community Eldercare Services (CES), we make meaningful connections with residents, families, the communities we serve, and fellow team members every day. If you are a highly organized and motivated individual seeking meaningful employment with growth opportunities, look no further! Begin your career at Community Eldercare Services (CES)where meaningful connections and opportunities await you. We hope you make the decision to join us! Community Eldercare Services (CES) originated from a profound belief that caring for others during their most vulnerable years is what we as individuals are called to do. Psalms 71:9 tells us, “Do not cast me away when I am old; do not forsake me when my strength is gone.” The Community Eldercare Services (CES) began through a strategic vision centered around connecting people to life. Our approach aims to maximize the quality of life and well-being of our residents while fulfilling their individual needs and promoting purposeful living. At Community Eldercare Services (CES), our team has the opportunity every day to connect with someone and to reconnect them to their previous life and their passions. Community Eldercare Services (CES) is an equal employment opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sex, age, handicap, disability, political affiliation, marital and veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected by federal or state law.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalency required
3-6 months related experience in food preparation or equivalent combination of education and experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Customer service-focused with an outgoing personality
Ability to multi-task and manage detail-oriented tasks
Intermediate computer skills

Nice To Haves

One-year certificate from a college or technical school preferred

Responsibilities

Prepare and cook food according to resident diet specifications, menus, and facility procedures
Review menus prior to food preparation and ensure accurate portioning
Direct and assist dietary staff in food preparation, serving, and cleaning
Ensure sanitation of dishes, utensils, work areas, and equipment
Check meal trays for accuracy with diet cards
Maintain proper storage of foods and supplies, ensuring readiness for upcoming meals
Assist in inventorying and storing incoming foods and supplies
Review diet changes and adjust menus as necessary
Collaborate with Dietary Manager and team to maintain a safe, organized, and efficient kitchen
Perform additional duties as assigned