Cook

Encompass Health; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Company-matching 401(k)

Flexible spending and health savings accounts

Job summary

Encompass Health in Huntsville, Alabama is seeking a Cook to prepare therapeutic and modified diets for patients. This role requires culinary skills and a food handler’s permit, with an emphasis on creating appealing meals and following precise food safety guidelines. The ideal candidate will have some institutional cooking experience and flexibility in work hours. Encompass Health offers a supportive community and generous benefits, including paid time off and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Possession of a food handler’s permit, if required.
• Training in food preparation for therapeutic diets.
• Recent institutional cooking experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare therapeutic and modified diets for patients.
• Follow menus, recipes, and instructions to prepare food.
• Ensure appropriate portion sizes based on menu specifications.

Skills

Culinary skills

Food safety guidelines

Flexibility in scheduling

Education

Food handler’s permit

Training in food preparation for therapeutic diets

Job description

Cook Career Opportunity

Recognized for your culinary skills. Are you passionate about creating culinary delights that leave a lasting impression? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for a cook who brings skill to the kitchen and seeks a career close to home and heart. In this role, you’ll be instrumental in preparing therapeutic and modified diets for patients. Join us on a culinary journey that goes beyond the kitchen and resonates with the warmth of helping others.

A Glimpse into Our World

At Encompass Health, you will experience the difference from the moment you join our team. Working with us means aligning with a rapidly growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. Our achievements include being named one of the "World's Most Admired Companies" and receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For Award.

Starting Perks and Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full‑time and part‑time employees and their families.
• Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
• Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuous education.
• Company‑matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• A vibrant community of individuals passionate about the work they do.

Become the Cook you always wanted to be

• Apportion servings according to menu combinations or orders for patients.
• Follow menus, recipes, and oral instructions in the preparation of various foods.
• Serve appropriate portion sizes based on menu specifications.
• Plan timing of preparation of the food to ensure food satisfaction.
• Ensure satisfaction regarding taste, texture, temperature and appearance.

Qualifications

• Possession of a food handler’s permit, if required by state or county regulations.
• Training in food preparation for therapeutic diets.
• Recent institutional cooking experience and/or exposure to special function cooking are desirable.
• Familiarity with all HACCP and food safety guidelines.
• Flexibility in working weekdays, weekends, evenings, or night shifts to meet deadlines.

The Encompass Health Way

We proudly set the standard in care by leading with empathy, doing what’s right, focusing on the positive, and standing stronger together. Encompass Health is a trusted leader in post‑acute care with over 150 nationwide locations and a team of 36 000 exceptional individuals. We celebrate and welcome diversity in our inclusive culture. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, mental or physical disability, or any other protected classification.