Cook

Chathamhillssubacute; Chatham (NJ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center in New Jersey is seeking a Cook responsible for preparing food in accordance with federal, state, local standards and our policies to ensure quality service. The role requires following procedures and collaborating with the Food Services Director to meet dietary guidelines and safety requirements.

The position calls for the ability to work with residents and staff, demonstrate patience and tact, and maintain a clean, safe kitchen while providing compassionate

Qualifications

• Ability to make independent decisions when necessary.
• Tactful communication with residents, families, and staff.
• Understanding of needs of elderly or disabled residents.
• Patient, cheerful, and adaptable in challenging situations.
• Basic ability to follow written and oral directions.
• Commitment to safety and regulatory requirements.
• Willingness to follow established policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food according to current standards and regulations.
• Maintain quality and safety in food preparation and handling.

Skills

Independent decision making

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of elderly/disabled

Patience and tact

Following procedures

Ability to follow directions

Safety awareness

Job description

Cook

Job Duties

To prepare food in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulation, with our established policies and procedures and as may be directed by the Food Services Director or designee, to assure quality food service is provided at all times.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Must possess the ability to make independent decision when circumstances warrant such action.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, resident, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
• Knowledge of elderly, ill and/or disabled.
• Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.
• Basic understanding of following step-by-step procedures.
• Follows and understands written and oral directions.
• Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.

Chatham Hills Subacute Care Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer