Cook

Waterview Hills Rehabilitation & Healthcare; Purdys (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

Aetna health benefits eligibility on 1

Job summary

Waterview Hills Rehabilitation & Healthcare in North Salem, NY, seeks a full-time Cook to prepare and serve meals for residents in a beautiful Westchester setting. The role emphasizes sanitary food preparation, patient-centered service, and adherence to NY State health codes.

You'll work a structured PM schedule with meals provided, supporting a top-rated facility known for exceptional resident care and dining experiences. Join a team that values quality, safety, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience and training in food preparation in a health care facility or related food service operation.
• Completion of an approved sanitation course or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum 1 year experience as a Cook in a health care setting desired.
• Knowledge of NY State Department of Health codes and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook foods and provide residents with meals and snacks in a sanitary and safe manner.
• Ensure meals meet dietetic needs and NYS codes, focusing on customer service and satisfaction.
• Provide dining room service to residents and/or family members.
• Maintain in-kitchen preparation and cleanliness for assigned station.
• Adhere to all sanitation, storage, and temperature regulations.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Customer service

Vaccination policy awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

* GREAT TEAM * EXCELLENT BENEFITS * ELIGIBLE TO ENROLL IN AETNA HEALTH BENEFITS 1ST OF THE MONTH AFTER DATE OF HIRE *

FULL TIME PM COOK SCHEDULE AVAILABLE:

• Sunday/Monday - 12pm-8pm
• Tuesday/Wednesday - OFF
• Thu/Fri/Sat - 11am-7pm

COOK SUMMARY:

Amazing opportunity to work in a BEAUTIFUL setting in the rolling hills of North Salem with a *TOP RATED* Facility in Westchester County known for providing the highest quality care and resident experience. Waterview Hills Campus is home to Waterview Hills and Salem Hills Rehabilitation & Healthcare: Two facilities committed to providing outstanding Subacute Rehab and Long-Term Skilled Nursing Care. Together, these facilities offer patients the best rehab and nursing care they can obtain after their hospital discharge.

• The Cook is responsible for preparation/cooking of foods and to provide our residents with all of their meals and/or snacks in a sanitary and safe manner adhering to all policies and procedures of the facility while focusing on customer service and satisfaction
• Cook will provide our residents with all of their meals in a sanitary and safe manner adhering to all dietetic needs, policies, and procedures of the facility and New York State Department of Health codes while focusing on customer service and satisfaction.
• Cook will use proper dining room service for the residents and/or family members
• Cook will use proper in kitchen preparation and cleaning in regard to the station assigned to you
• Cook will prepare all foods adhering to all NY State codes and regulations for sanitation, storage and temperature

Requirements

• Minimum High School Diploma (or equivalent)
• Experience and training in food preparation in a health care facility or related food service operation
• Completion of an approved sanitation course or equivalent preferred
• Minimum 1 years' experience as a Cook in a health care setting desired
• Must have a full knowledge of all sanitary codes and all menu production methods.
• Excellent communication and organization skills
• Ability to work well under pressure and be flexible
• Exemplary customer service skills
• Covid-19 vaccinations are encouraged but NOT MANDATED; we continue to offer COVID-19 vaccination based on eligibility guidance from CDC

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, celebrate diversity, & are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all! We comply with disability laws and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees. For assistance with the application, interview process, job functions, or employment benefits, contact the facility directly by calling 914.277.3691 and asking to speak to the HR Department or email us at [e-mail].

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