Cook

Job overview

The Cook role is onsite in Blair, NE, with compensation of $16–$18 per hour. The position works with the Good Shepherd dietary team to prepare meals for residents. The posting lists full-time day hours of 5:30 a.m.–2 p.m. or full-time evening hours of 11 a.m.–7 p.m.; one day every other weekend is required. The cook prepares nutritious meals that meet approved menus, therapeutic diet requirements, and quality standards. The role supports resident health and satisfaction by maintaining food safety, portion control, and meal presentation while helping the dietary team deliver a safe and enjoyable dining experience.

What you'll do

• Prepare and cook meals according to approved menus and recipes
• follow therapeutic diet requirements and physician orders
• maintain food quality, portion control, and presentation standards
• comply with food-safety and sanitation regulations
• assist with inventory, food storage, and kitchen cleanliness
• collaborate with the dietary team to support meal service.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

cook

dietary team

meal preparation

therapeutic diets

food safety

blair ne

good shepherd

$16–$18 per hour

full-time days

5:30 am–2 pm

full-time evenings

11 am–7 pm

every other weekend

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• paid time off
• employee assistance program.

Why this role

The posting offers a choice of full-time day or evening schedules and specifies one day every other weekend.

About the employer

Good Shepherd is hiring for this role. Industry: Residential Intellectual and Developmental Disability Facilities. Sector: 62.