Arbor Springs of West Des Moines, the leader in dementia care, is seeking to fill an opening for a Cook/Dietary Aide. We are conveniently located 1 block West of Jordan Creek Mall. Because of our high standards, we seek out and select only the best. Arbor Springs is a 56 bed skilled nursing facility specializing in Alzheimer's and dementia care. This position offers a unique opportunity to work with a dedicated professional staff in a home like environment.
Responsibilities of this position include but not limited to:
*Prepare residents' diets in accordance with diet orders and daily menus
*Assist the food service supervisor to determine the amount and type of food necessary to prepare the daily menus
*Monitor use of food to eliminate waste
*Stock food in compliance with dietary policies and procedures
*Adhere to food production and usage schedules
*Understand and be able to prepare therapeutic diets
*Follow menus and prepare food and beverages
*Organize duties to complete meal service in a timely manner
*Assure kitchen equipment and surfaces are clean and sanitied according to dietary procedures.
*Perform other duties or related projects as assigned by dietary services manager
Required education/certification:
*High school diploma or equivalent
*ServeSafe certified preferred but not required
- Vacation and Sick time
- An excellent benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision.
- Great retirement benefits
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Amazing staffing ratio- 1:5 (1 CNA to 5 residents)
