Cook/Chef

Company: Presbyterian Homes & Services
Location: Council Bluffs
Posted on: July 20, 2021

Job Description:

Overview:

Our Prairie Gate community is seeking a Cook to join their team. 

Prairie Gate senior living community in Council Bluffs, Iowa, is one of Presbyterian Homes & Services newest communities. Prairie Gate’s updated prairie-style architecture will beckon the adventurous, with inviting interior spaces for social gatherings, opening to an expanse of prairie plantings, and flowers lining outdoor walking paths, engaging the senses and promoting wellness.

Why work for Presbyterian Homes & Services?  

• No late nights! Schedules are consistent & reliable hours
• Competitive pay & routine pay increases
• Benefits packages for Full-Time employees
• Generous PTO (Paid Time off)
• Scholarship program - awards up to $5,250 per year!
• Free Fitness Center access
• Backyard patio and fire pit for BBQ's in the summer
• On-site library to check out books
• Off-street Parking
• FREE or Discounted Employee Meals
• Opportunities for growth & internal promotion are virtually unlimited

This community offers the following care options: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Long Term Care.

Nearby towns include: Chautauqua, Crescent, Weston, Iowa & Omaha, Nebraska. This community is within walking distance of Iowa Western Community College.

How we keep you safe during COVID-19:

• Vaccine is offered but not mandated.
• New technology installed in all our buildings to clean the air safely.
• Physical distancing & masks 
• Regular cleaning & disinfection 
• Private Rooms for residents in over 95% of our care settings.

The Cook is responsible for creating high quality meals and dining experience for customers by preparing and serving attractive, nutritious and palatable meals consistent with regulations and established policies, procedures and best practices. 

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent education.

• Knowledge of State and Federal food-handling regulations, including food service operations is strongly desired.

• Demonstrated compatibility PHS's mission and operating philosophies.

• Demonstrated ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language to communicate with all customers.

Rated #1 employer in Minnesota by Forbes!

Presbyterian Homes & Services (PHS), based in St. Paul, Minnesota, is a non-profit, faith-based organization providing a broad array of high quality housing choices, care and service options for older adults. Over 7,000 employees serve 27,000 older adults through 50 PHS-affiliated senior living communities in Minnesota, Wisconsin and Iowa, and through Optage® home and community services. PHS is also co-owner of Genevive, a progressive model of primary care, care navigation and value-based services for over 5,300 older adults in Minnesota. Established in 1955, PHS has earned the reputation as an innovative leader concerned with promoting independence, vitality and well-being for those they serve.

If you have a desire to honor God by enriching the lives and touching the hearts of older adults, consider answering the call and join our team.

Interested in what you see here? Apply now! Applications are reviewed daily and we can’t wait to connect with you! If you have trouble applying or have questions, please reach out to us at recruiter@preshomes.org.

PHS is an EEO/AA employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, or status with regard to public assistance.

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