Cook

About the role

At Manhattanview Rehab Center we are big believers in making work a positive experience and that is why we invest in and give back to our staff. From our weekly “Thankful Thursday” Program to our Monthly Gift Giveaways and various other programs we run there is always something exciting happening.

Responsibilities

• Handles and prepares food in accordance with sanitary regulations
• Prepares palatable and appetizing meals, as prescribed for the residents by the attending physician
• Meets required meal schedules
• Takes necessary measures to avoid food waste
• Properly cares for dietary equipment and production sheets
• Follows menus and special diet instructions
• Communicates freely with the Food Service Director
• Cooperates with other food service staff and facility personnel
• Ensures that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals’ needs and rights
• Performs other duties as requested

Requirements

• Ability to read, write, speak and follow written and oral directions in the English language
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience in institutional food handling is preferred

Skills

• Considerable knowledge of volume food production methods and techniques
• Considerable knowledge of sanitation regulations and practices as applied to institutional kitchen and related areas
• Ability to make simple arithmetical calculations
• Ability to solve operational problems in absence of Food Service Manager and Assistant Food Service Manager
• Basic computer skills
• Provide annual verification of a negative TB skin test

Performs related duties

• Interacts with residents, families, visitors and employees
• Carries out other tasks as requested in situations where hands-on intervention/participation may be required

Pay

$18 – $20 per hour

Benefits

• Weekly Employee Appreciation Event – “Thankful Thursday”
• Monthly Gift Giveaways
• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Holiday pay
• Paid time off
• Overtime available