Compassionate Healthcare Cook for Long-Term Care

Beacon Brook Center for Health & Rehabilitation; Straitsville (CT); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Training & mentorship

Career growth

Team-oriented environment

Impact on residents' lives

Job summary

Beacon Brook Center for Health & Rehabilitation in Connecticut is seeking a dedicated Cook to prepare nutritious meals and meet dietary needs, enhancing residents' dining experiences.

You will follow prescribed menus, maintain sanitation, coordinate with dietary staff, and manage kitchen inventory, contributing to a compassionate, team-oriented environment that supports residents’ quality of life.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience as a Cook, preferably in healthcare or long-term care.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Safe knife handling skills.
• Experience operating commercial slicers, ovens, grills, large blenders, etc.
• Ability to follow instructions for the safe use, cleaning and care of dietary equipment, preparation and service areas.
• Compassionate and empathetic nature.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook nutritious and flavorful meals following prescribed menus and dietary requirements.
• Ensure high-quality food preparation, presentation, and portion control.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards in the kitchen and food storage areas.
• Collaborate with dietary staff to plan menus and accommodate special dietary needs.
• Order and manage inventory of food supplies and kitchen equipment.
• Adhere to food safety regulations and guidelines.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Knife handling

Teamwork

Compassionate

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Slicers

Ovens

Grills

Blenders

Job description

Beacon Brook Center for Health & Rehabilitation in Connecticut is seeking a dedicated Cook to prepare nutritious meals and meet dietary needs, enhancing residents' dining experiences.

You will follow prescribed menus, maintain sanitation, coordinate with dietary staff, and manage kitchen inventory, contributing to a compassionate, team-oriented environment that supports residents’ quality of life.