Cook

High Point & Affiliated Organizations; Hyannis (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

High Point & Affiliated Organizations in Hyannis, MA is seeking a Cook to support inpatient and residential programs. The role requires maintaining a clean kitchen, serving meals to patients, and collaborating with the Kitchen Manager.

You will work across shifts, adhere to health and safety regulations, and obtain required certifications within 6 months. Excellent communication and teamwork are essential in this compassionate health-care setting.

Qualifications

• Courteous and professional demeanor at all times.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; able to organize ideas clearly.
• Proficient with basic computer skills and EMR systems.
• Able to work cooperatively with others.
• Understand relationship between substance use and mental health issues and/or self-help programs.
• Comply with 42 CFR Part 2 and HIPAA regulations.
• Maintain health screenings and certifications within required timeframes.
• Attend required trainings by Kitchen Manager.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment.
• Report to Kitchen Manager about needs and improvements.
• Monitor dietary aides for timely completion of tasks.
• Ensure all kitchen equipment and appliances are in safe working condition.
• Adhere to proper hygiene procedures including hand-washing, hair net and gloves; sanitary standards.
• Ensure kitchen safety by turning off appliances and securing knives when not in use.
• Label, rotate and dispose of all food properly.
• Complete refrigerator/freezer temperature logs daily and address issues.
• Identify patients with dietary needs and provide alternatives.
• Serve meals to patients promptly and respectfully.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Kitchen Manager.

Skills

Customer service

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Computer skills

HIPAA compliance

De-escalation certification

Food safety

Food handling

EMR usage

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

MS Office

Job description

Description

Program/Location: High Point Inpatient Campus - Hyannis, MA
Education: High school diploma or GED preferred or work experience
Pay Range: $22-27/hr (dependent on education and experience)
Status: Full Time, Part Time, or Per Diem
Shift: All Shifts available!

About Us

High Point & Affiliated Organizations is a health and human service agency whose mission is to treat and prevent substance use disorders and mental illness. High Point has programs located throughout southeastern Massachusetts offering a full continuum of care for substance use and mental health treatment, including inpatient, outpatient, residential, and community-based services. Programs and services also assist survivors of abuse, violence, and families experiencing homelessness. High Point believes that everyone has inherent goodness, worth, and dignity. Our goal is to help individuals and families achieve personal change and improve their quality of life.

Cook Requirements

• Must present as courteous and professional at all times
• Demonstrated flexibility and ability to perform multiple tasks
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to organize ideas in logical and clear fashion
• Proficient and knowledge of basic computer skills and software programs including the ability to learn, use and train HPAO's electronic medical records
• Must have the ability to work with others in cooperative and collaborative manner
• An understanding of the relationship between substance uses and mental health issues and/or self-help programs
• An understanding of boundaries and ethics
• Comply with Federal Regulations, 42 CFR Part 2, Substance Abuse Confidentiality Regulations and HIPAA Regulations
• Certification in the HPHAO approved de-escalation program
• Maintain all health screenings as mandated by licensing agencies
• Obtain and maintain Safe Serv and Allergen Awareness certification within 6 months of employment
• Attend all other training deemed necessary by the Program/Kitchen Manager.

Cook Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment
• Report to the Kitchen Manager any changes or needs which can better assist the running of the kitchen
• Monitor dietary aides to insure they are completed in a timely manner
• Ensure all kitchen equipment and appliances are in safe working conditions
• Practice appropriate hygiene activities including proper hand-washing procedures, wearing hair net and gloves and adheres to all sanitary standards
• Always ensures safety in the kitchen area including turning off appliances, stove, etc., locking up knives, cabinets and doors when not in use
• Ensures proper labeling, rotating and disposing of all food
• Completes refrigerator/freezer temperature logs daily and immediately addresses any issues
• Identifies patients with dietary needs/restrictions and provides alternative meals as needed
• Serves food to patients in a timely and respectful manner
• Other duties as assigned by Kitchen Manager.

Cook Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent, preferred
• Ability to lift more than 50 pounds
• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Long- & short-term disability
• Discounted auto/home and renters' insurance
• 403b - Retirement
• FSA & DCA
• PFML
• Employee Assistance Program
• Eligibility for free classes to become a Licensed Counselor or Recovery Coach
• Education days to use towards CEU's
• Free meals at select programs and when available
• Unmatched Leave Time (FT employees can earn up to 3 weeks in first year)

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