Cook; Part-time

Eden East is a portfolio of skilled nursing facilities. As an industry-leading provider of post-acute care, Eden East has been dedicated to changing the way healthcare is delivered. We are passionate about elevating and empowering our employees, as they are at the heart of the care and compassion we provide. We strive to cultivate a family-like environment where residents are treated with the dignity, respect, and warmth they deserve.

Edenbrook North is currently looking for a positive and reliable PT Cook who understands the importance of their role in delivering high-quality care through excellent meal preparation and service.

Schedule:

11:30 AM–7:30 PM; schedule may vary throughout the week. Every other weekend required.

• Food Preparation & Cooking:
  Prepare and cook meals according to approved menus, recipes, and residents’ dietary needs and preferences.
• Menu Execution:
  Follow menu plans and recipes accurately to ensure meals are prepared consistently and according to dietary requirements.
• Dietary Compliance:
  Prepare meals and special diets according to individual diet orders and established guidelines.
• Food Quality & Presentation:
  Ensure food is properly cooked, appealingly presented, and served at the appropriate temperature.
• Food Temperature & Safety:
  Monitor and maintain proper food temperatures during preparation, cooking, holding, and service. Record temperatures according to protocol.
• Portion Control:
  Follow established portion sizes and use proper utensils and measuring tools to ensure consistency.
• Meal Service:
  Assist with timely meal and snack service, ensuring meals are served according to residents’ diet orders and preferences.
• Kitchen Sanitation:
  Clean and sanitize cooking equipment, dishes, utensils, work surfaces, and kitchen areas using proper procedures.
• Food Storage:
  Properly label, date, store, and rotate food items according to food safety standards.
• Inventory & Supplies:
  Assist with monitoring food supplies and report low stock or needed items to the appropriate supervisor.
• Team Support:
  Work cooperatively with the dietary team and assist with other kitchen and dietary duties as needed to ensure smooth daily operations.

• Knowledge of safe food preparation, cooking, handling, and sanitation practices
• Ability to follow recipes, menus, diet orders, and established procedures accurately
• Basic reading and writing skills appropriate to the role
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in English
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Patience and a positive, polite, and respectful demeanor
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team

If you enjoy cooking, take pride in preparing quality meals, and enjoy serving others, we’d love to meet you!