Cook

AMOREM, formerly known as Burke Hospice & Palliative Care and Caldwell Hospice and Palliative Care; Boone (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A health care organization located in Boone, NC is seeking a dedicated COOK for their facility. Responsibilities include planning and executing patient menus, delivering meals while adhering to dietary preferences, and ensuring compliance with sanitation standards. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma, excellent communication skills, and be able to lift up to 30 pounds. This is a full-time entry-level position.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of health care food service preferred.
• ServSafe certification required within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Work with dietary coordinator to plan and execute patient menus.
• Prepare and deliver patient meals according to menu.
• Ensure patient meals are delivered at specified times.

Skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Excellent computer skills

Knowledge of therapeutic diets and guidelines

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Overview

Participate in food service and food preparation activities while adhering to high quality standards and sanitation procedures. Location: Boone, NC

Responsibilities

• Work with dietary coordinator to plan and execute patient menus
• Provide PCU staff and patients with patient menu options weekly
• Prepare and deliver patient meals according to menu, patient dietary preferences, and in compliance with special diets
• Prepare and maintain food at required temperatures in accordance with federal and state regulations
• Ensure patient meals are delivered at the specified times in policy and procedure
• Prepare adequate meal options for patients and maintain the nourishment areas for PCU staff to serve after dietary service hours
• Check and record required documentation logs
• Ensure kitchen equipment is in good working order and maintained per manufacturers' guidelines and kept in clean conditions
• Cooperate with all government agencies and outside auditors
• Transport meals to other locations as needed
• Work with dietary coordinator to maintain adequate food and supplies based on menus and patient census
• Receive and inspect food service deliveries to ensure quality and accuracy
• Plan and execute catering requests as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent computer skills
• Proven performance in meeting deadlines with a high rate of accuracy
• Excellent telephone skills
• Knowledge of therapeutic diets and guidelines

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

• High School Diploma Required

Experience:

• Working knowledge of health care food service preferred

Licensures & Certifications (if applicable):

• ServSafe – will be required within 6 months

Physical Demands

• Walking, standing, sitting, driving
• Hand dexterity to include writing; typing; filing records
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required are close vision and distance vision with the ability to adjust focus

Special Requirements

• Must have an automobile with required insurance coverage and state driver's license

Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

Job title: COOK - THE FOLEY CENTER AT CHESTNUT RIDGE