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divh2Cook Position/h2pLyon Specialty Care, a 45-bed long-term care skilled nursing community located in Rock Rapids, IA, is now hiring! Join a quality focused team recognized for patient excellence with a 2025 Deficiency Free Annual State Survey and 2025 Bronze Commitment to Quality Award!/ppAre you a compassionate Cook looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals during their healthcare journey? If so, join Care Initiatives as a Cook, where you will provide comprehensive care that truly matters. With over forty (40) skilled nursing communities across Iowa, we are committed to providing exceptional care and support at every stage of the healthcare journey./ppAs a Cook on our team, you will have the opportunity to apply your skills and demonstrate your compassion, positively influencing the lives of our residents. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of our residents and their loved ones./ppstrongWhat Youll Do Key Responsibilities:/strong/pulliContribute to menu planning and meal preparation, bringing creativity and personal flair while meeting nutritional guidelines and resident preferences./liliPrepare and serve meals that create an enjoyable, dignified dining experience and support residents comfort, satisfaction, and quality of life./liliEnsure meals are nutritious, well-balanced, and attractively presented in accordance with dietary requirements and food safety standards./liliDevelop positive, respectful relationships with residents by engaging with them and incorporating feedback into meal service whenever possible./li/ulpstrongWhat it takes to become a Cook with Care Initiatives:/strong/pulliDemonstrated skills in quantity food preparation and service./liliWillingness to complete training in Food, Safety, Sanitation and Modified Diets./liliExperience in a healthcare dietary setting a plus!/li/ulpstrongWhy Join Care Initiatives?/strong/pullistrongCompetitive Compensation:/strong Earn a highly competitive wage./lilistrongComprehensive Benefits:/strong Eligible employees enjoy robust benefit options including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and more./lilistrongReferral Bonus Program:/strong Earn cash rewards for referring your friends./lilistrongTuition Reimbursement:/strong Develop your skills with company paid training and education to take your career to the next level./lilistrongDigital Wallet Access:/strong Get paid as you earnno more waiting for payday!/li/ulpStart your journey with us. Apply today and become part of a team where your compassion, dedication, and care truly matter. At Care Initiatives, were committed to helping you grow your career while improving the lives of those we serve./ppCommitted to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, Care Initiatives will honor your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming. Care Initiatives is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Care Initiatives complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, parental status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law./p/div