Cook

Preferred Care Health Centers; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 26,394 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Preferred Care Health Centers in Silver Spring, MD is seeking a Cook to be responsible for preparing food in accordance with established standards and to ensure quality service at all times.

This full-time position offers a competitive pay range of $19.16 - $23.00 per hour and includes benefits such as health insurance and paid time off. The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma, dietary experience, and knowledge of dietary procedures.

Qualifications

• Knowledgeable of federal and state dietary standards.
• Must be able to read, write, and understand the English language.
• Willingness to work harmoniously with others.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food in accordance with planned menus.
• Maintain confidentiality of resident care information.
• Ensure food storage areas are clean and properly arranged.

Skills

Ability to cook a variety of foods in large quantities

Leadership ability

Knowledge of dietary procedures

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

One year dietary experience in a medical facility

ServSafe certification

Job description

Job Description

The Cook is responsible for preparing 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 Culinary Services, to assure that quality food service is provided at all times.

Reports directly to the Director of Culinary Services of the facility where dietary services are provided.
Reports to Head Cook for all coordination of discipline services and/or any facility specific or corporate functions, processes or initiatives.
Supervises dietary staff as assigned.
Supervision follows all accepted state and federal guidelines for the respective discipline. Recommended minimum position qualifications: 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 possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing dietary practices.

Education

Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Professional experience: one year dietary experience in a hospital, skilled nursing facility or other related medical facility preferred. Certification/licensure: ServSafe certified or willingness to obtain.

Exposure Risk

Is subject to injury from falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc., throughout the work day, as well as to reactions from dust, disinfectants, and other air contaminants. Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including blood and bodily fluids.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Review menus prior to preparation of food.
• Perform administrative requirements such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc., and submit to the Director of Food Services as required.
• Coordinate dietary services with other departments as necessary.
• Ensures that all dietary procedures are followed in accordance with established policies.
• Develop and maintain a good working rapport with interdepartmental personnel, as well as with other departments within the facility, to assure that food service can be properly maintained to meet the needs of the residents.
• Report all occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials and hazardous chemicals to the Director of Food Services.
• Attend and participate in workshops, seminars, etc. as directed.
• Attend and participate in annual inservice training programs.
• Prepare meals in accordance with planned menus.
• Prepare and serve meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance.
• Assist in serving of meals as necessary, to ensure timely delivery.
• Prepare food for therapeutic diets in accordance with planned menus.
• Prepare food in accordance with standardized recipes and special diet orders.
• Prepare food in accordance with sanitary regulations, as well as with established policies and procedures.
• Assist in maintaining the dietary department in a safe and sanitary manner.
• Follow established Infection Control and Universal Precautions policies and procedures when performing daily tasks.
• Ensure that the department is maintained in a clean and safe manner by assuring that necessary equipment and supplies are maintained.
• Ensure that food storage areas are clean and properly arranged at all times.
• Ensure that fire protection and prevention programs are maintained by department personnel in accordance with fire safety policies and procedures.
• Assist in inventorying and storing in-coming food, supplies, etc. as necessary.
• Recommend to the Director of Food Services the equipment and supply needs of the department.
• Maintain confidentiality of all pertinent resident care information.
• Knock before entering a resident’s room.
• Other duties as deemed necessary and appropriate, or as may be directed.

Job Type

Full-time

Pay

$19.16 - $23.00 per hour

Expected hours

40 per week

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Shift

• Day shift
• Morning shift

Ability to Commute

Silver Spring, MD 20902 (Required)

Ability to Relocate

Silver Spring, MD 20902: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location

In person