Cook - Full-Time (FT) - Evening - Full-Time 2nd Shift

Join our team as a Full-Time Evening Cook and play a key role in preparing nutritious, home-style meals that support the health and well-being of our residents! In this role, you will work alongside a supportive culinary team to create high-quality meals in a fast-paced, team-focused environment. If you take pride in great food, enjoy working with others, and want to make a meaningful impact each day, this is a great opportunity to grow your career in healthcare dining!

Job Summary:

The Evening Cook is responsible for preparing and serving nutritious and appetizing meals that meet the dietary needs of our residents. This role requires teamwork, attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining a clean, safe, and organized kitchen.  

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook meals according to established menus and dietary guidelines.  
• Ensure food is served in an appealing and timely manner.  
• Adhere to all safety and sanitation regulations to maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment.  
• Assist with inventory management, including proper storage and rotation of food items.  
• Collaborate with dietary staff to accommodate residents’ dietary restrictions and preferences.  
• Monitor food temperatures and quality throughout meal preparation and service.  
• Assist with cleaning tasks, including dishwashing, equipment sanitization, and kitchen upkeep.  
• Participate in every-other-weekend shifts as part of the rotation.  

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; culinary training preferred.  
• Previous experience as a cook, preferably in a healthcare or institutional setting.  
• Knowledge of dietary needs and restrictions for senior populations is a plus.  
• Ability to follow recipes and maintain portion control standards.  
• Strong organizational and time management skills.  
• Commitment to teamwork and excellent communication skills.  

What’s In It for You: 

• Competitive benefits package including low premiums, short-term disability, long-term disability, HSA contribution matching, 401(k) with company match, and more!
• Paid time off and holiday pay. 
• Tuition reimbursement and scholarship programs up to $3,000 per year.
• A great culture where we live out our mission, "To celebrate life in environments we create by delivering exceptional service and superior value through innovative leadership in personalized care."

In 1989, Nye Health Services was founded on the philosophy that people deserve services that recognize individuality and are tailored to their unique needs. Today, Nye Health Services remains family-owned with campuses in Fremont, Lincoln, and Norfolk, Nebraska. Nye Health Services is blessed with dedicated and compassionate people who believe in our vision and deliver on our mission every day. Having a great work environment while providing the best quality services so people feel cared for is of the utmost importance to us. We give passionate people a purpose!

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

Nye Health Services conducts background checks as part of the hiring process. We believe in reviewing each situation individually and consider factors such as the role applied for, the nature of the offense, how long ago it occurred, and overall qualifications when making employment decisions.