Part-Time Dietary Cook

About the role

At Camelot Nursing & Rehab, we deliver the highest quality of care for every resident through our most valuable asset: you. We seek compassionate and thoughtful individuals who share our passion for exceptional care in senior living. Camelot Nursing & Rehab partners with a vast network of skilled nursing centers across 2 states to support our small team environment of caring professionals with the resources and benefits of a large enterprise.

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Paid Time Off (PTO+) added to your balance after 30 days of employment; immediately accrue more PTO as you work (full-time only)
• 6 observed holidays with premium pay or leave + 1 floating holiday for full-time employees
• Up to $5,000 per year in tuition/education reimbursement for approved program of study
• Take home up to 75% of your net earned wages at the end of every shift
• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matched contributions after 1 year of employment
• Medical (Teladoc included), dental, vision, life and other voluntary insurances for full-time employees
• Monthly contests and employee appreciation events

Responsibilities

• Determine types and quantities of meats, vegetables, and soups to be prepared by reviewing planned menus and ensure timely preparation
• Determine the amount of foods needed to meet weekly menus and submit orders to the Dietary Supervisor
• Assist in establishment and maintenance of perpetual supplies inventory; notify Dietary Supervisor of shortages or discrepancies
• Consult with Dietary Supervisor regarding use of leftovers; store and label accordingly
• Consult registered dietitian on modified diets
• Supervise dietary workers when washing, trimming, or preparing food
• Assist in training, orientation, and supervision of newly hired dietary staff
• Measure and mix ingredients according to approved recipes, using blenders, mixers, grinders, slicers, etc.
• Cook meat, fish, and fowl in a variety of ways (baking, roasting, broiling, steaming) and carve into individual servings according to menu combinations and resident diet orders
• Test food temperatures
• Prepare special nourishment and supplements as instructed by Dietary Supervisor; identify with resident name and room number
• Always observe infection prevention and control practices
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen
• Perform all aspects of resident care in an environment that optimizes resident safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/healthcare errors
• Perform all other tasks and duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general equivalency preferred
• 1 year of experience preferred
• Ability to work varied schedules; facility operates 24 hours a day
• Must maintain a working email address and phone number for employer communication
• Open communication
• Professionalism
• Ethical practice
• Relationship management
• Always maintain confidentiality

Job reference: IND123