Cook

ASC • Indianapolis, IN

5h

About The Position

The Cook prepares and serves delicious, nutritious meals for residents while maintaining high standards of sanitation and food safety. The role follows recipes and menus designed to meet residents’ nutritional needs and prepares meals in the quantities required. Cooks also lead kitchen staff in food preparation, tray assembly, cleaning, and storage of supplies and equipment. Food preparation, handling, storage, and disposal must follow departmental procedures and comply with state and federal regulations.

Cooks are described as leaders in the kitchen who directly contribute to residents’ happiness and may have opportunities to develop into culinary leaders within the communities and organization.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED; or one to three years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

• Certification in Sanitation/Safe Food Handling, unless required by state and federal agencies. Certifications can be earned while employed with ASC.
• Prior institutional and/or healthcare service experience.

Responsibilities

• Follow recipes and prepare food according to menus that meet residents’ nutritional needs.
• Cook or prepare palatable, attractive, nutritionally adequate meals in the quantities needed.
• Lead kitchen staff in food preparation, tray assembly, cleaning, and storage of supplies and equipment.
• Maintain a clean food service work area during food preparation and service.
• Handle, store, and dispose of food supplies, and prepare food according to departmental procedures and applicable state and federal regulations.

Benefits

• Top competitive market wages
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Holiday pay and opportunities to earn additional PTO
• Access to a portion of earned wages before payday through PayActiv
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance with a telehealth option
• Flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) retirement plan options
• Paid training, skills certification, and career development support
• Continued education opportunities through company-sponsored scholarship programs
• Tuition reimbursement and certification reimbursement
• Employee referral bonus program
• Employee assistance program and wellness support
• Retail, food, and entertainment discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED