Cook

DeKalb Health; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early access to pay

Competitive pay

Health, Dental and Vision

Discounted on-site daycare

401K

Job summary

Pines of Sarasota is a renowned care facility seeking a Cook to prepare and serve meals for residents. The role requires cooking for regular and therapeutic diets, with emphasis on proper handling and documentation of actions taken.

The cook will ensure meals meet menu and diet orders, and will maintain safe temperatures during service. Early access to pay and competitive compensation are among benefits, along with health, dental and vision plans, discounted on-site daycare, and a 401K plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year as a cook in an institutional setting.
• Experience in nursing home or hospital preferred.
• Ability to document actions taken in writing.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and serve residents' meals.
• Prepare meals for regular and therapeutic diets.
• Use proper food handling and safety techniques.
• Check trays for accuracy and dietary orders; ensure meals are served correctly.
• Maintain proper food temperatures during preparation and service.

Skills

Institutional cooking

Food safety practices

Documentation writing

Job description

• Location 1501 North Orange Ave,Sarasota, FL, 34236,United States

Pines of Sarasota is renowned for its compassionate care. That culture of caring begins with the culturally diverse people who look after our residents, who think of them and treat them as members of their own family.

Pines of Sarasota is currently seeking qualified candidates for the role of Cook.

The ideal Cook candidate will meet the following requirements:

• Minimum of one year as a cook in an institutional setting. Specific experience in nursing home, hospital or other healthcare setting is preferred.
• Training in cost control, food management, diet therapy, etc.
• Must be able to cook a wide variety of foods in large quantities.
• Writing skills sufficient to document actions taken.

The benefits for the Cook can include:

• Early Access to Pay
• Competitive pay
• Health, Dental and Vision
• Discounted on-site daycare
• 401K

and more...

Duties and Responsibilities:

• The cook is responsible for preparing, cooking and serving residents' meals.
• Prepares and cooks meals for regular and therapeutic diets according to the planned menu for meals and snacks.
• Prepares food using proper food handling and safety techniques.
• Checks trays during food service to assure that meals are served accurately in accordance with the menu and with the resident's diet order and food preference. Assures that meals are served in an attractive and appetizing manner.
• Maintains the proper temperature of food during preparation and service. Records temperature of food in accordance with department policy.

Pines of Sarasota is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Employment eligibility is subject to a drug screen and a level two background screening.

Background screenings are required for individuals working in AHCA-licensed facilities and Medicaid Provider Enrollment to ensure the safety and well-being of the population we serve. For more information, visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com .