Cook

Continuum Healthcare Inc.; Mountain Home (AR); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Continuum Healthcare Inc. is seeking a Cook to prepare meals in accordance with planned menus and standardized recipes within a healthcare setting. The role includes serving meals, ensuring proper portions, and supporting therapeutic diets as directed by the Food Services Director.

The position emphasizes sanitation, safety, and the ability to work with large quantities, with opportunities for comprehensive benefits through the employer. A $1,000 sign-on bonus is available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One year of food service experience in healthcare settings preferred.
• Ability to read and follow menus and standardized recipes.
• Strong knowledge of sanitation, order, and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to planned menus and standardized recipes.
• Serve meals with proper portion control and presentation.
• Prepare meals for therapeutic diets as directed.
• Provide bedtime snacks and assist in serving meals on time.
• Maintain equipment and supplies, and ensure sanitation and safety in the dining areas.
• Make appropriate food substitutions when needed.
• Assist in food preparation for special occasions and events.

Skills

Cook in bulk

English proficiency

Decision making

Food safety

Sanitation

Adaptability/Innovation

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Cook

$1,000 Sign On Bonus!

The primary purpose of your position is to prepare food in accordance with current applicable federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations with our established policies and procedures, and as may be directed by the Food Services Director, to assure that quality food service is provided at all times.

Food Service

• Prepare meals in accordance with planned menus.
• Prepare and serve meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance.
• Serve food in accordance with established portion control procedures.
• Prepare food for therapeutic diets in accordance with planned menus.
• Prepare food in accordance with standardized recipes and special diet orders.
• Prepare and provide bedtime snacks.
• Be sure that appropriate equipment and utensils are provided with the resident’s meal tray.
• Prepare and serve substitute foods to residents who refuse foods served.
• Assist in serving meals and on a timely basis.
• Make only authorized food substitutions.
• Assist in food preparation for special meals, for parties, etc.

Education

• High School diploma or equivalency preferred

Experience

• One (1) year food experience in a hospital, nursing care facility, or other related medical facility preferred (but not necessary).

Skills and General Requirements

• Must be able to cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
• Must be able to understand the English language.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Must be knowledgeable of food procedures.
• Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, the appearance of work areas, and perform regular inspections of food service areas for sanitation, order, safety, and proper performance of assigned duties.
• Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing food practices.

Positions open in our Assisted Living and Long Term Care. Full time positions include a comprehensive benefits plan including health, dental and vision insurance as well as vacation and sick time.