Cook

Preferred Care At Absecon, located in Absecon, NJ, offers growth opportunities through career advancement to help you reach your maximum potential.

About the role

The Cook prepares and serves food including texture modified and therapeutic diets according to the facility menu. Prepares food in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations, in line with established policies and procedures, and as directed by the Food Services Director, to ensure quality food service at all times. The Cook assists in assuring proper receiving, storage, preparation, serving, sanitation, and cleaning procedures are followed. Must be detail-oriented, well-groomed, act professionally, and be a team player who works well with others. The Cook assists dietary aides as necessary and directs other employees with approval and in the absence of the Dining Services Director.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food, including texture modified and therapeutic diets, according to the facility menu.
• Follow current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations for food preparation.
• Ensure proper receiving, storage, preparation, serving, sanitation, and cleaning procedures.
• Assist dietary aides and direct other employees as needed with approval.
• Maintain records and complete reports as required.
• Interact positively with residents, clients, personnel, and the public.

Qualifications

• Specialized training in food service is desirable.
• May be required to successfully complete an approved sanitation and safety course.
• Ability to read, speak, and understand English, follow directions, and complete tasks.
• Ability to follow time schedules for meal preparation and serving.
• Maintain a neat, clean, well-groomed appearance.
• Dependable, with experience working in facilities utilizing quantity food production methods.
• General knowledge and understanding of nutrition.
• Ability to read and accurately apply requirements of food tray cards.
• Written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of quantity food production, serving techniques, food safety, sanitation requirements, and procedures.

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to lift/carry a maximum of 50 pounds, push/pull a maximum of 50 pounds.
• Must be able to stand, sit, bend, and walk for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to work around food and cleaning products.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental insurance
• Continuous professional and clinical training
• Competitive Pay and a nice benefit package
• Flexible work schedules