Cook

Houghton Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; Houghton (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium compensation

Great benefits package

Professional growth & stability

Job summary

Houghton Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in New York is seeking a dietary aide to support meal preparation and dietary services for residents. The role involves reviewing menus, preparing meals according to recipes, and coordinating with other departments to ensure timely service.

Ideal candidates have a High School/GED and some dietary experience; emphasis on sanitary standards, portion control, and safe lifting up to 50 pounds. Growth opportunities and a stable environment are offered.

Qualifications

• High School or GED required.
• One year dietary experience in a hospital or skilled nursing facility preferred but not required with related duties.

Responsibilities

• Review menu prior to preparation of food.
• Assist in planning regular and special diet menus in accordance with sanitary regulations.
• Prepare meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance.
• Prepare food in accordance with recipes and special diets.
• Serve food in accordance with established portion control procedures.
• Coordinate dietary services with other departments as necessary.
• Ensure that the kitchen is maintained in a clean and safe manner.

Skills

Dietary experience

Cooking large quantities

Sanitation and safety knowledge

Physical stamina

Education

High School / GED

Job description

We offer the Following:

• Premium Compensation
• Great Benefits Package
• Professional Growth & Stability
• Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Duties and Responsibilities:

May include all or part of the following but not limited to:

• Review menu prior to preparation of food.
• Assist in planning regular and special diet menus in accordance with sanitary regulations
• Assist in establishing food service production to assure that meals are prepared on time
• Prepare meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance
• Prepare food in accordance with recipes and special diets
• Prepare substitute foods
• Serve food in accordance with established portion control procedures
• Coordinate dietary services with other departments as necessary
• Assist in inventorying and storing in-coming food, supplies, etc. as necessary
• Ensure that food and supplies for the next meal are readily available
• Make sure that all food items are properly stored, covered and dated in all refrigerators in the kitchen, remove out dated food items in accordance to the policies & procedures of the department.
• Ensure that the kitchen is maintained in a clean and safe manner by assuring that necessary equipment are maintained
• Assist maintain food storage areas in a clean andproperly arranged manner at all times
• Report all hazardous conditions/equipment to the FSD or designee.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

Qualifications & Requirements:

High School/ GED

1 year dietary experience in a hospital, skilled nursing care facility, or other related medical facility preferred but not required with experience in the following areas: Must be able to cook a variety of foods in large quantities. Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, etc., the appearance of dietary service area, and must perform regular inspections of dietary service for sanitation, safety, and proper performance of assigned duties

Work Location:

One location

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer –M/F/D/V

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. All pay rates and bonuses are paid and/ or awarded to employees based on the facilities policy and/ or the CBA, depending on the position.