Cook

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for a cook who brings culinary skills to help prepare therapeutic and modified diets for patients. Join us in a career that matters.

Responsibilities

• Apportion servings according to menu combinations or orders for patients.
• Follow menus, recipes, and oral instructions in the preparation of various foods.
• Serve appropriate portion sizes based on menu specifications.
• Plan timing of preparation of the food to ensure food satisfaction.
• Ensure satisfaction regarding taste, texture, temperature and appearance.

Qualifications

• Possession of a food handler's permit, if required by state or county regulations.
• Training in food preparation for therapeutic diets.
• Recent institutional cooking experience and/or exposure to special function cooking are desirable.
• Familiarity with all H.A.C.C.P. and food safety guidelines.
• Flexibility in working weekdays, weekends, evenings, or night shifts to meet deadlines is expected.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families.
• Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
• Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuous education.
• Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.

Starting Perks

• Welcome to a kitchen where your skills meet a sense of belonging.
• Join a rapidly growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader.
• Experience the difference the moment you become a part of our team.
• Receive the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Award.

The Encompass Health Way

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