AL Cook

The Country Home; Morris Plains (NJ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k with match

Early pay via Tapcheck

Employee perks & discount

PTO & holidays

Referral bonus

Mentorship programs

Career growth opportunities

Education loan repayment

Job summary

The Country Home is seeking a Cook to join our compassionate dining team. You'll prepare meals, follow planned menus, and work with dietitians to meet residents' nutritional needs. This role emphasizes safety, sanitation, and cooperation with other departments to support resident well-being.

We value reliability, ability to follow schedules, and a commitment to high-quality, person-centered care that makes a lasting impact on residents and their families.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow dietary plans and menus.
• Capable of maintaining sanitary food-handling practices.
• Strong communication with residents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Review menus before cooking.
• Ensure diets are served correctly to residents.
• Complete necessary forms and reports.
• Coordinate food service with other departments.
• Collaborate with the dietitian on recommended changes.

Skills

Food preparation

Food safety

Teamwork

English literacy

Meal planning

Job description

Cook

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Responsibilities:

Administrative Functions:

• Review menus prior to preparation of food
• Inspect special diet trays to assure that the correct diet is served to the resident
• Perform administrative requirements such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc.
• Coordinate food service with other departments as necessary
• Work with the Facility's dietitian and implement recommended changes as required

Food Service Functions:

• Prepare meals in accordance with planned menus
• Prepare and serve meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance
• Serve food in accordance with established portion control procedures
• Prepare food for therapeutic diets in accordance with planned menus
• Prepare and provide bedtime snacks

Safety and Sanitation:

• Prepare food in accordance with sanitary regulations as well as our established policies and procedures
• Ensure that safety regulations and precautions are followed at all times by all personnel
• Follow established Infection Control Precautions policies and procedures when performing daily tasks

Equipment and Supply Functions:

• Ensure that food and supplies for the next meal are readily available
• Assist in inventorying and storing in-coming food, supplies, etc.
• Recommend to the Dietary Director the equipment and supply needs of the department

Resident Rights:

• Honor the resident's refusal of treatment request
• Abide by the resident's participation in treatment decision
• Inform the resident of consequences of not participating in prescribed therapy and document such action in the resident's clinical record

Qualifications:

• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions, to follow instructions, and to accept constructive criticism
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies or personnel, and the general public
• Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, etc., and maintain the appearance of maintenance work areas
• Must have the ability to minimize waste of supplies, misuse of equipment, etc.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language

People-Centered Rewards:

• Health benefits including Medical, Dental & Vision
• 401k with company match
• Early Pay via Tapcheck!
• Employee Perks & Discount program via NES
• PTO + Company Holidays + Floating Holidays
• $Referral Bonus Program$
• Mentorship Programs
• Internal/Upskilling Growth Opportunities
• Continued Education Loan Repayment Program powered by Clasp