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Description

Who We Are

Byron Wellness Community continuously works to fundamentally change long-term care. Our organizational culture emphasizes serving leadership and purpose for all residents and team members. We are at the fore front of healthcare innovation and person-centered quality care.

Core Values

Byron’s core values communicate the things that drive us as an organization. All team members are expected to represent the core values – commitment, communication, compassion, integrity, and respect. Our core values are to be integrated into our daily interaction with co-workers, residents and any persons that may enter our facility.

For more information about Byron Health Center, please visit us at: byronhealth.org

What you’ll do

We are looking for a part time Morning cook and the hours will be within the 5:00am- 1:30pm (~25 hours a week). The primary purpose of this job position is to prepare food in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations, with our established policies and procedures, and as may be directed by the Head Cook and/or Director of Food Services, to assure that quality food service is provided at all times.

1st shift hours are 5:00am - 1:30pm

2nd shift hours are 11am - 7:30pm

• Review menus prior to preparation of food.
• Inspect special diet trays to assure that the correct diet is served to the resident.
• Perform administrative requirements such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc., and submit to the Director of Food Services.
• Coordinate food service with other departments as necessary.
• Work with the facility’s dietitian as necessary and implement recommended changes as required.
• Ensure that all food procedures are followed in accordance with established policies.
• Assist in standardizing the methods in which work will be accomplished.
• Assume the authority, responsibility and accountability of Cook.
• Ensure that menus are maintained and filed in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Assist in establishing food service production line, etc., to assure that meals are prepared on time.
• Others as deemed necessary and appropriate, or as may be directed.

We Offer Our Team Members

Community

• Brand new beautiful community to work in
• Family-friendly
• Dog-friendly, with pet patio for usage

Compensation

• Competitive wages with shift differentials and annual increases
• Bonuses
• Employee referral bonus
• Payroll Advance Program

Benefit Packages

• 403(B) Retirement Plan with employer matching and 100% vesting after 3 years
• 2 days of Wellness, 5 unpaid vacation days

Education Programs

• Tuition reimbursement
• 20% tuition discount at Indiana Tech
• Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness for working for a non-profit (determined by the Department of Education)

Wellness & Life Programs

• Access to our Physical Wellness Center located at our facility
• Discounted meals
• Sensory oasis room for employees with massage chair
• Community and family events

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must be able to cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
• Must be knowledgeable of food procedures.
• Must possess leadership ability and willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel.
• Must be able to follow oral and written instructions

Preferred Qualifications

One (1) year food experience in a nursing care facility, or other related medical facility preferred (but not necessary).