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title: Dietary Cook
description: Shepherd Of The Valley Lutheran Retirement Services is hiring for the Dietary
  Cook role in Girard, OH. See the full description and apply.
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| **Company** | Shepherd Of The Valley Lutheran Retirement Services |
| **Location** | Girard, OH |
| **Salary** | $10K/yr |
| **Type** | Part Time |
| **Posted** | Oct 23, 2026 |

## Is this job real?

**Ghost job check:** C · Some flags. Mostly fine, a few things to check.

## Visa sponsorship

- **H-1B:** No H-1B sponsorship on record for Shepherd Of The Valley Lutheran Retirement Services.
- **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for Shepherd Of The Valley Lutheran Retirement Services.

## Pay for similar jobs

Most similar jobs pay $46,000 – $72,000 a year (median $57,000).

## Description

**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.
## Skills

- Kitchen Equipment Operation
- Confidentiality
- Food and Beverage Service
- Portion Control
## Benefits

- Financial Aid/Assistance
- Professional Development
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off (Pto)
- Floating Holidays
- 403(b) Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans
- Tax-Advantaged Accounts

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