Cook

Cook Duties and Responsibilities

• Reviews menus prior to preparation of food.
• Inspects special diet trays to assure that the correct diet is served to the resident.
• Performs administrative requirements such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc., and submits to management.
• Collaborates with other departments as necessary to coordinate meal service.
• Works with the facility’s culinary director as necessary and implements recommended changes as required.
• Ensures that all dietary procedures are followed in accordance with established policies.
• Ensures that menus are maintained and filed in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Aids in establishing food service production lines, etc., to assure that meals are prepared on time.
• Processes diet changes and new diets as received from nursing and dietary staff.
• Takes pride in the preparation and presentation of the residents’ meals.

Cook Skills and Abilities

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Must be able to read recipes and convert ingredients to different serving sizes.
• Must be able to cook a variety of foods in large quantities.

Cook Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Two or more years of cooking experience in a hospital, skilled nursing care facility, or other related medical facility preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Walking, reaching, bending, lifting, extended sitting, grasping, fine hand coordination, pushing and pulling, ability to distinguish smells and temperatures, all with or without the aid of mechanical devices is required.
• Limited potential for exposure to environmental hazards.
• Understanding and adherence to company safety standards and protocols required.

Citadel Healthcare Full-Time Benefits

• Daily Pay & Competitive Compensation.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Medical Insurance.
• Dental, Vision, and Disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee Discount Program.
• Innovative Training Programs.
• Opportunity for Growth and Advancement.
• Paid Time Off.
• And much more!

Why Citadel?

• At Citadel, it’s personal. We’re more than a workplace. We’re a community of caregivers, leaders, and changemakers who show up every day with heart and purpose.
• We’re dedicated to personalized, integrated care that factors in the total well-being of every guest and their family members, and that does not just meet, but exceeds, their expectations.
• We’re committed to meeting individual preferences and needs in order to help each guest feel at home and achieve an optimal health outcome- our number one goal.
• We’ve been honored as a Certified Great Place to Work for three years in a row and named one of Fortune’s Best Workplaces in Aging Services, but the real reward is the difference we make together.
• We invest in you with mentorship, growth opportunities, and a culture that sees you, supports you, and celebrates your impact.

Apply Now

Please visit our website to apply: https://www.greatplacetowork.com/certified-company/7020324