Cook

Cook (Recover-Care Healthcare)

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The cook will be responsible for preparing and serving meals according to the menu, monitoring methods of food handling, preparation, meal service, and equipment cleaning. Safely and efficiently provides nutritionally appropriate food to residents for the purpose of maintaining and enhancing their overall health. Ensures the provision of quality food service and nutrition care in accordance with Federal, State, and Local regulations.

• Prepare meal items according to planned menus and standardized recipes; refer to a supervisor or dietitian the need for menu changes.
• Review menus, resident census information, production guides and pre-prep sheets to determine type and quantities of food to be prepared.
• Prepare food according to safe food handling guidelines per company policy and procedure and state and federal codes and regulations.
• Assist with food ordering, storage and preparation as designated by the supervisor; prepare food in a timely manner to preserve food quality and serve meal on time.
• Maintain standards for food preparation and quality of food service; use nutritionally equivalent substitutes when required; follow standardized recipes.

• High school diploma or equivalency preferred.
• Long‑term care facility experience preferred.
• Opportunity for career advancement through the Merriam Gardens Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center, including training for aspiring Cooks, Food Service Directors, or Certified Dietary Managers in the food and healthcare industry.

• 401(k)
• Annual evaluations
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Electronic documentation
• Employee appreciation events
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Modified compensation
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Hospitals and Health Care