Cook

Job overview

The Cook works onsite in Norfolk, NE. Compensation is not specified. The position prepares meals for residents and maintains kitchen cleanliness and operations at Madison House. The role supports residents’ nutritional needs by preparing meals from posted menus and provided recipes, accommodating preferences, and coordinating meal service. It also helps maintain safe, clean, well-organized kitchen operations and supports the Dining Services Director in improving residents’ dining experience.

What you'll do

• Prepare meals according to the current menu and provided recipes
• communicate with residents about preferences and with servers about meal presentation
• take and log food temperatures at each meal
• maintain clean food-preparation areas and monitor equipment
• label, date, and store food and supplies appropriately
• maintain meal-service records
• assign tasks to kitchen team members when the Dining Services Director is absent
• partner with the director on dining improvements.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

cook

meal preparation

senior residents

food safety

food handler certification

kitchen operations

menu recipes

norfolk ne

madison house

dining services

large-group cooking

flexible schedule

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires a high school diploma or GED, Food Handler certification, one year of food-service leadership experience, two or more years preparing meals for large groups, and working knowledge of senior dietary requirements. Flexible scheduling may include evenings and weekends.

About the employer

Madison House is hiring for this role. Industry: Assisted Living Facilities for the Elderly. Sector: 62.