Cook

Central Desert Behavioral Health Hospital; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 31,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Pet Insurance Discount

DailyPay option

Job summary

Central Desert Behavioral Health Hospital in Albuquerque is seeking an experienced Cook to prepare fresh, delicious meals for our residents and patients. This essential role requires culinary expertise and a commitment to high standards of nutrition.

Key responsibilities include preparing dietary food, ensuring proper food quantities, and maintaining correct food temperatures. A minimum of 1 year of dietary experience in a medical facility is necessary, along with a food handler’s permit. Full-time team members enjoy comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of dietary experience is required.
• Must have a valid food handler's permit.
• Reliable transportation is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food for regular and therapeutic diets according to the planned menu.
• Ensure proper food quantities and adhere to time schedules.
• Maintain proper food temperatures during prep and service.

Skills

Dietary experience in a hospital or skilled nursing care facility

Food handler’s permit

Fluency in English

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)

Job description

Position Summary

Culinary Arts is a calling, a passion. Our residents and patients look forward to their meal times and have high expectations of our nutrition staff. We are searching for an experienced and enthusiastic Cook to create fresh, delicious meals for our patients and residents. Utilize your background in culinary arts. If cooking is your passion, apply today!

Posted Salary Range

USD $15.00 - USD $19.00 /Hr.

Wage Commensuration

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience, education and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare food for regular and therapeutic diets according to the planned menu, while utilizing standardized recipes to do so.
• Ensure that food prepared is of proper quantity and in accordance with established time schedules.
• Utilize correct portion control utensils during the preparation and duration of food service in order to ensure that the proper quantity of food is prepared.
• Check and maintain proper food temperatures during food preparation and services, making sure to record those temperatures according to the established policy.
• Ensure that an adequate supply of food, supplies, etc. are available at all times; reporting inadequate stock levels to the supervisor in a timely manner.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Must possess at minimum a High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Must have, as a minimum, 1 year of dietary experience in a hospital, skilled nursing care facility, or other related medical facility.
• Food handler’s permit required
• Any combination of experience and training which provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities.
• Must be able to speak, understand, and write fluently in English
• Reliable transportation required

Benefits

All of our employees are valued and receive a competitive wage; full time team members are also offered a comprehensive benefit package which includes:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance/ Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement & Nursing Loan Repayment Programs
• PerkSpot - Local Deals and Weekly Perks Program
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off Plan
• New Pet Insurance Discount available
• DailyPay option available! – Get your pay, when you need it.
• Purchasing Power - online purchase/payroll deduction
• Tickets at Work - entertainment ticket discounts
• Employee Assistance Plan - easy-to-use services to help with everyday challenges of life (available for all employees and their families)
• Helping Friends Foundation - our employees’ hardship/crisis fund
• Auto and Home Insurance - employee discount available – payroll deduction!
• In-facility education programs and more!

EOE Statement

Drug Free, Smoke-Free work place. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets