Cook

Responsibilities

• Prepares hot and cold foods, meals and beverages including modified textures for restricted and therapeutic diets.
• Maintains and follows all meal schedules.
• Serves all food items properly to ensure safety and sanitation standards according to state and federal regulations.
• Properly stores, covers, and refrigerates necessary items.
• Insures that foods are cooked to the appropriate temperatures according to latest FDA Food Code.
• Performs all assigned tasks in accordance with the Facility’s established policies and procedures and as instructed by Department Head.
• Complies with local, state and federal regulations relating to their responsibilities, including the Code of Conduct, Resident Rights and Corporate Compliance; serves as a mandatory reporter of all resident related incidents.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to prepare large portions of meals.
• Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of positive team work.
• Serves as a role model to peers through initiative, self direction and enthusiasm; must exhibit patience, tact and a cheerful disposition; as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.
• Able to maintain a satisfactory attendance and work performance record; must punctually arrive to work as assigned.
• Proficiency in English, including speaking, reading, and writing, required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Top Health Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Holidays including newly added Juneteenth
• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities.