Cook

Encompass Health; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans

Generous paid time off

Opportunities for tuition reimbursement

Company-matching 401(k)

Employee stock purchase plans

Job summary

Encompass Health in Athens, Georgia is seeking a Cook to prepare therapeutic and modified diets for patients, emphasizing quality and safety while ensuring patient satisfaction. In this role, you will work closely with dietary guidelines and serve appropriate portion sizes.

The ideal candidate should possess a food handler's permit and have training in food preparation for therapeutic diets. Benefits include medical plans, paid time off, and education reimbursement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Possession of a food handler's permit, if required by state or county regulations.
• Training in food preparation for therapeutic diets.
• Recent institutional cooking experience and/or exposure to special function cooking are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare therapeutic and modified diets for patients.
• Follow menus, recipes, and oral instructions in food preparation.
• Ensure quality, safety, and satisfaction regarding taste, texture, temperature, and appearance.

Skills

Food preparation for therapeutic diets

H.A.C.C.P. and food safety guidelines

Flexibility in working hours

Education

Food handler's permit

Training in food preparation

Job description

Cook – Therapeutic Kitchen Services

Recognized For Your Culinary Skills Are you passionate about creating culinary delights that leave a lasting impression? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for a cook who brings skill to the kitchen and seeks a career close to home and close to heart. In this role, you'll be instrumental in preparing therapeutic and modified diets for patients. Join us in a culinary journey that goes beyond the kitchen and resonates with the warmth of helping others. If you're ready to infuse your love for cooking into a career that matters, your next chapter starts here. Welcome to a kitchen where your skills meet a sense of belonging.

About Encompass Health

At Encompass Health, you will experience the difference the moment you become a part of our team. We are a rapidly growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader, named one of the "World's Most Admired Companies" and recipient of the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For award.

Job Summary

We need a cook to prepare therapeutic and modified diets for patients, ensuring quality, safety, and patient satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Apportion servings according to menu combinations or orders for patients.
• Follow menus, recipes, and oral instructions in the preparation of various foods.
• Serve appropriate portion sizes based on menu specifications.
• Plan timing of preparation to ensure food satisfaction.
• Ensure satisfaction regarding taste, texture, temperature and appearance.

Qualifications

• Possession of a food handler's permit, if required by state or county regulations.
• Training in food preparation for therapeutic diets.
• Recent institutional cooking experience and/or exposure to special function cooking are desirable.
• Familiarity with H.A.C.C.P. and food safety guidelines.
• Flexibility in working weekdays, weekends, evenings, or night shifts to meet deadlines.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for full‑time and part‑time employees and their families.
• Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
• Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuous education.
• Company‑matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• A vibrant community of individuals passionate about the work they do.

Why Work With Us

We proudly set the standard in care by leading with empathy, doing what's right, focusing on the positive, and standing stronger together. Encompass Health is a trusted leader in post‑acute care with over 150 nationwide locations and a team of 36,000 exceptional individuals and growing!

EEO Statement

At Encompass Health, we celebrate and welcome diversity in our inclusive culture. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, mental or physical disability, or any other protected classification.