Cook, Long Term Care (LTC)

About the Organization

Join a not-for-profit organization with over 100 years of history providing housing and services to seniors. Our mission is rooted in a commitment to quality care and service within a Christian environment. We strive to create a supportive community where residents receive the highest standard of care.

About the Role

As a Culinary Team Member at our Rapid City facility, you will play a vital role in nourishing our residents, staff, and visitors. This position is dedicated to preparing, assembling, and cooking high-quality baked goods and meals that adhere to specific menu and dietary requirements. You will be the guardian of food quality, ensuring every dish meets standards for appearance, taste, temperature, and sanitation.

Your day will involve operating a variety of kitchen equipment, from mixers and ovens to deep fat fryers and dishwashers, while following standardized recipes and HACCP guidelines. You will document critical food safety steps and temperatures to assure the safest food possible. Beyond cooking, you will maintain a clean and organized workspace, manage food labeling and storage, and perform necessary washing and cleaning duties.

This role requires strong communication and teamwork skills as you interact with many internal customers. You will thrive in a dynamic culinary environment, balancing the ability to work independently with the need to collaborate effectively with the team. A basic understanding of math and the ability to read and follow recipes are essential to measuring ingredients and executing daily menus.

Hiring Process

Good Samaritan offers on-the-job training for qualified candidates. Depending on the location of hire, you may be required to obtain Serv Safe certification within a designated timeframe and fulfill annual continuing education requirements, including safety education and mandatory in-services. A drug screen and pre-employment background screening are required conditions of employment.

Equal Opportunity

Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.

Workplace Culture

We maintain a Drug Free Workplace Policy. Our culture emphasizes a healthy home-work balance, supported by a generous time off package and various benefits for qualifying employees.