Cook

Longmeadow; Ravenna (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bi-weekly pay

Daily pay option

Benefits for FT employees

PTO from day one

401k

Holiday pay

Growth opportunities

Staff engagement events

Job summary

Longmeadow in Ravenna, OH is seeking a Cook for our dietary team. You will prepare meals following federal, state, and local guidelines and our policies, under the supervision of the Head Cook and Director of Food Services.

Responsibilities include handling large quantities, maintaining sanitation, and ensuring quality food service while supporting team members. A high school education and 18+ years old are required; hospital/dietary experience is a plus. FT benefits provided.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Ability to cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
• Willingness to follow policies and supervise others when needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food per current standards and policies to ensure quality service.
• Assist Head Cook and Director of Food Services as directed.
• Maintain sanitation, safety, and cleanliness of work areas.
• Read and follow written and oral instructions and ensure proper equipment use.

Skills

Reading and writing English

Food preparation

Leadership and teamwork

Education

High school education

Must be at least 18 years old

Job description

Spice Up Your Career - Join our Dietary Team here at Longmeadow located in Ravenna, OH.

• Bi-weekly pay with Daily pay available
• Benefits offered for FT status employees
• PTO starts accumulating day ONE
• 401k
• Holiday pay
• Professional and Personal growth
• Staff engagement monthly events planned
• and much more!

PURPOSE OF YOUR JOB POSITION:

The primary purpose of your job 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 Head Cook and/or Director of Food Services, to assure that quality food service is provided at all times.

As Cook, you are delegated the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary for carrying out your assigned duties.

Education

• Must possess, as a minimum, a high school education.
• Must be at least 18 years old in age.

Experience

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

Specific Requirements

• Must be able to cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
• Must be knowledgeable of dietary procedures.
• Must possess leadership ability and willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel.
• Must be able to follow oral and written instructions.
• 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 have patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level they are currently functioning.
• Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing dietary practices.
• Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.

Longmeadow is an Equal Opportunity / Affimative Action Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, race, color, veteran status, religion, sex, or national origin.