Cook

Bridgewater Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing; City of Binghamton (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time day shift

Competitive hourly wage

Growth opportunities in healthcare

Job summary

Bridgewater Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing in Binghamton, NY is seeking a skilled Cook to join our culinary team. You will prepare meals that are nutritious and appealing for our residents, following menus and recipes with attention to detail and excellent communication with residents and families.

This full-time, day-shift role offers a supportive environment in a long-term care setting. Candidates should have prior cooking experience; long-term care experience is preferred, and a valid

Qualifications

• Previous cooking experience required.
• Long-term care experience preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow recipes and prepare meals according to menus.
• Food handler's certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to menus and recipes for the day.
• Ensure all food is complete, on time, and ready to be served.
• Clean and sanitize all food areas used for meal prep.
• Take temperatures of all foods served and record.
• Ensure proper sanitation of the kitchen and equipment during shift.
• Interact with families and residents regarding meals.
• Attend all mandatory in-services and other education as needed.
• Ensure proper use and care of all dish and glassware, utensils, and equipment used in the facility.
• Participate in culture change, improvements in work environment, and quality of life of residents.
• Work as a team member to achieve excellence in care and attainment of mission of facility.
• Follow dress code for position.
• Follow all dietary and facility-wide policies and procedures.
• Assume additional responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Cooking experience

Long-term care experience

Fast-paced environment

Communication skills

Follow recipes

Food handler certification

Job description

Job Title: Cook
Location: Binghamton, New York
Company: Bridgewater Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing

$18/HR

Job Summary:

Bridgewater Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing, a long-term care facility, is seeking a skilled Cook to join our dedicated team. As a vital member of our culinary team, you will be responsible for preparing delicious and nutritious meals for our residents. With a focus on attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and a passion for providing exceptional patient care, you will make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Prepare meals according to menus and recipes for the day
• Ensure all food is complete, on time, and ready to be served
• Clean and sanitize all food areas used for meal prep
• Take temperatures of all foods served and record
• Ensure proper sanitation of the kitchen and equipment during shift
• Interact with families and residents regarding meals
• Attend all mandatory in-services and other education as needed
• Ensure proper use and care of all dish and glassware, utensils, and equipment used in the facility
• Participate in culture change, improvements in work environment, and quality of life of residents
• Work as a team member to achieve excellence in care and attainment of mission of facility
• Follow dress code for position
• Follow all dietary and facility-wide policies and procedures
• Assume additional responsibilities as assigned

What We Offer:

• hourly rate: $18
• FULL-TIME DAY SHIFT schedule
• Opportunity to join a strong and growing company in the healthcare industry

Requirements:

• Previous cooking experience required
• Long-term care experience preferred
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to follow recipes and preparing meals according to menus
• Valid food handler's certification a plus

Note: This job description is not meant to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job. It is intended to be a general description of the job and its requirements and is subject to change with the needs of the company.