Prep Cook

Healthcare Services Group • Newton, KS

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About The Position

Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) is hiring a Prep Cook to contribute to the kitchen team at a long-term care facility. The role supports meal preparation and helps provide nutritious meals while maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment. The Prep Cook prepares ingredients and cooks meals according to standardized recipes, follows food safety and sanitation guidelines, and collaborates with the kitchen team to meet service demands. The role also assists with inventory management and reporting shortages, and includes other duties as assigned.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, food safety and sanitation knowledge, and a current ServSafe or Food Handler certification where required by state or county law. An approved sanitation and safety course must be completed. Previous food preparation or kitchen experience is desired. The position requires the ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, push and pull up to 50 pounds, and stand, bend, and walk for extended periods. Employees must be able to work around food and cleaning products, comply with COVID-19 vaccination policies, and reside within the service area.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Complete an approved sanitation and safety course (ServSafe).
• Current ServSafe or Food Handler certification, as required by state or county law.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to follow instructions and work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Must comply with COVID-19 vaccination policies.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, push and pull up to 50 pounds, and stand, bend, and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to work around food and cleaning products.
• Residency within the service area is required.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in food preparation or a kitchen environment.
• Basic knife skills and familiarity with cooking techniques.

Responsibilities

• Assist with meal preparation and maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment.
• Prepare ingredients and cook meals according to standardized recipes.
• Ensure kitchen cleanliness and proper food storage.
• Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to meet service demands.
• Assist with inventory management and report shortages.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Free telemedicine.
• Free prescription discount program.
• Free employee assistance programs.
• Earned wage access through PNC EarnedIt.
• Financial wellness support from PNC Workplace Banking.
• Hands-on training and support.
• Career development.
• Additional benefits may vary by location and eligibility and may include vacation, holiday, and sick pay; medical, dental, and vision coverage; an Employee Stock Purchase Plan; and other voluntary insurance products.

What This Job Offers

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