Dietary Cook

Why work at Shepherd of the Valley?

Shepherd of the Valley (SOV) offers a wide range of benefits as part of your total compensation package. Choose from top medical and dental insurance programs; plan for your future with tax-deferred investing with SOV retirement options; enjoy generous paid holidays and time off; and protect yourself and your family with life and long-term disability insurance. Here are some highlights of our compensation plan:

• Annual Performance Reviews
• Insurance - Medical, dental, eye, and prescription medication coverage are available to eligible employees. SOV offers a fully paid $10,000 life insurance benefit.
• Flexible Spending Plan - SOV offers a flexible spending account that allows you to pay certain medical expenses as well as child care on a pre-tax basis.
• Paid Time Off - SOV employees begin accumulating paid time off (PTO) hours immediately.
• Paid Holidays - SOV recognizes 7 paid holidays; those who work a holiday are paid double time. In the third year of service all employees are paid for their birthday and choice of floating holiday.
• Retirement - Employees are eligible to participate in SOV's 403(b) tax deferred annuity from their first day.
• Education Support - SOV's Professional Development Scholarship awards $1,000 each year to employees pursuing further education in their field including free STNA classes.
• Student Loan Forgiveness up to $2500 paid out over 4 years.
• Partnership with Ohio University - SOV employees are eligible for a 5% discount for undergraduate programs, and 10% for graduate programs.
• Additional Perks and Bonuses - SOV employees are eligible for discounts at local businesses. Employees of the month are recognized with a bonus. Recruitment bonuses for staff and residents are awarded. After 2 years, employees receive an ongoing longevity bonus.

Shepherd of the Valley is a Christian not-for-profit corporation governed by the basic Christian values of compassion, respect, dignity, spirituality, integrity, and quality. Working for Shepherd of the Valley is not just a job, it's a calling.

• Shepherd of the Valley provides 5-star treatment at our facilities.
• We are a healthcare community offering short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, long-term care, assisted living, independent living and home health services. Summary;
• Prepares and cooks meals for residents and by performing the following duties.
• Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
• Gathers all food needed for mealtime and reports any shortages to Food Service Director.
• Plates all food items for residents and staff.
• Prepares various foods depending on the menu created by the dieticians for each meal of the day, following federal, state, and local regulations.
• Operates various kitchen equipment in preparation for the meal, e.g., mixer, meat slicer, oven, steamer, etc.
• Serves meals in a safe manner and follows all requirements.
• Directs activities of one or more workers who assist in preparing and serving meals.
• Accurately follows diet cards when serving residents.
• Takes and documents food temperatures.
• Cleans kitchen and all kitchen equipment.
• Assists in putting away of dietary stock and rotation of dietary supplies.
• Keeps all coolers clean and organized, including checking expiration dates.
• Follows portion control guidelines.
• *Maintain the confidentiality of all resident, staff, and organization information.

Qualifications To perform this job successfully , an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous cook experience required.