Cook

Barre Gardens; Barre, Northern (VT, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental and Vision care

Telemedicine Program

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

DailyPay

Job summary

Barre Gardens in Barre, VT is seeking a dedicated Cook to join our skilled nursing facility. The Cook prepares and cooks meals in accordance with planned menus, recipes, and special diet orders, ensuring timely service and portion control.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED (preferred) and prior cooking or food service experience. We offer comprehensive benefits and relocation incentives, with opportunities to advance within a caring, team-focused kitchen.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous cooking, dietary, or food service experience preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation procedures preferred.
• Dependable and committed to preparing quality meals for residents.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to planned menus and special diet orders.
• Follow standardized recipes and proper portion control procedures.
• Assist with meal production and ensure meals are prepared and served in a timely manner.
• Maintain proper food safety and sanitation standards.
• Clean and maintain kitchen equipment, worktables, meat blocks, refrigerators/freezers, and other kitchen areas.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary kitchen environment.
• Follow all dietary, sanitation, and infection control policies.
• Assist with meal service and other dietary department duties as needed.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food safety

Team player

Dependable

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Cook

Barre Gardens – Barre, VT

Barre Gardens is seeking a dedicated Cook to join our skilled nursing facility in Barre, VT!

The Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking meals in accordance with planned menus, standardized recipes, special diet orders, and established food safety and portion control procedures.

Shifts Available

• Full-Time
• Part-Time
• PRN

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to planned menus and special diet orders
• Follow standardized recipes and proper portion control procedures
• Assist with meal production and ensure meals are prepared and served in a timely manner
• Maintain proper food safety and sanitation standards
• Clean and maintain kitchen equipment, worktables, meat blocks, refrigerators/freezers, and other kitchen areas
• Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary kitchen environment
• Follow all dietary, sanitation, and infection control policies
• Assist with meal service and other dietary department duties as needed

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Previous cooking, dietary, or food service experience preferred
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation procedures preferred
• Dependable and committed to preparing quality meals for residents

Benefits

We strive to provide our employees with a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, including:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage
• Dental and Vision Care
• Telemedicine Program
• Company-Paid Group Life Insurance
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
• 401(k) Savings PlanEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• DailyPay – View your paycheck as it accrues daily, with the option to withdraw funds daily for a nominal fee

Vermont Relocation Incentive

• Vermont Government offering up to $7,500 to relocate to Vermont

Education Assistance – New!

• Up to $5,250 per year toward tuition*
• Up to $2,625 per year toward repayment of a Non-Federal Nursing Student Loan*

Benefits, bonuses, and variable compensation plans are based on applicable state law and factors such as pay classification (full-time, part-time, or casual), job grade, location, and length of service.