Cook

EHG; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental + Vision

401k

Tuition reimbursement through ECPI

1.5 Holiday Pay

1.5 Overtime Pay for every hour worked

Employee recognition programs

Daily Pay

Job summary

Eastern Health Group is seeking a Cook to prepare and cook resident meals in accordance with menus, diet plans, and dietary and sanitary regulations. You will work under the supervision of the Dietary Director in a team-focused environment.

Responsibilities include ensuring food safety, portion control, and timely service, while participating in ongoing process improvements and education programs to support high-quality resident care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; related food prep experience preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of experience preparing foods in large quantities.
• Ability to communicate in English, both verbal and written.
• Professionalism and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Team player with strong organizational and multi-tasking skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook resident meals according to prescribed menus and portion sizes.
• Identify and participate in process improvements to enhance resident experience and workflow.
• Prepare foods according to proper methods and temperatures for safety and yield.
• Maintain clean work area and equipment in accordance with sanitation requirements.
• Taste and assess foods for quality, appearance, and taste.
• Ensure meals are prepared on time to meet serving schedules.
• Serve food according to dietary guidelines and tray completeness.
• Monitor portion control to minimize waste and control costs.
• Attend in-service education programs to meet facility requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Dietary Director.

Skills

Teamwork

English proficiency

Attention to detail

Organization

Problem solving

Initiative

Confidentiality

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Cook

Prepare food in accordance with prescribed resident diet specification, facility procedures, and dietary and sanitary regulations under the supervision of the Dietary Director.

Benefits and Perks:

• Health Insurance
• Dental + Vison
• 401k
• Tuition reimbursement through ECPI
• 1.5 Holiday Pay
• 1.5 Overtime Pay for every hour worked over 40 hours per week
• Employee recognition programs
• Daily Pay

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Meet physical and sensory requirements stated below, and be able to work in the described environment.
• Identify and participate in process improvement initiatives that improve the customer experience, enhance work flow, and/or improve the work environment.
• Prepare and cook resident meals in quantities according to menu and number of persons served.
• Prepare meals according to proper methods and cooking temperatures for best utilization and yield of meats and other foods.
• Clean work area and equipment in accordance with sanitation requirements.
• Taste, smell, and observe all foods prepared to confirm with recipes, and good taste and appetizing appearance.
• Consistently prepare meals on time so that serving schedules are met.
• Serve food according to dietary guidelines, checking each tray for completeness and accuracy.
• Monitor portion control guidelines for individual residents to prevent food waste.
• Prepare foods for facility personnel, families, visitors, and for special occasions and events as directed by the Administrator.
• Prepare and serve food and meals in accordance with planned menus, diet plans, recipes, portion, and temperature control procedures and facility policies.
• Inspect special diet trays to ensure that the correct diet is served to the resident.
• Attend in-service education programs in order to meet facility educational requirements.
• Other special projects and duties, as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent related work experience.
• Minimum of one (1) year related experience in preparing foods in large quantities.
• Effective verbal and written English communication skills.
• Highest level of professionalism with the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to communicate at all levels of organization and work well within a team environment in support of company objectives.
• Customer service oriented with the ability to work well under pressure.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy, excellent organizational skills with ability to prioritize, coordinate and simultaneously maintain multiple projects with high level of quality and productivity.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, take initiative and make independent decisions.
• Ability to deal with new tasks without the benefit of written procedures.
• Approachable, flexible and adaptable to change.
• Function independently, and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with employees and vendors.

Physical and Sensory Requirements:

• Moderate physical activity:
• Push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of fifty (50) pounds to a minimum height of three (3) feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of fifty (50) feet.
• Standing and/or walking for more than eight (8) hours per day.
• Bending and/or stooping for more than one (1) hour at a time (including human), blood borne pathogens, and communicable diseases, as well as high-stress medical and/or life threatening situations.

About Eastern Healthcare Group:

Eastern Health Group is a family of skilled nursing facilities and rehabilitation centers. We are resident-centered and quality-focused! Our workplace culture is all about uplifting people.We are committed to creating a nurturing, family-like atmosphere where staff develop meaningful relationships with residents and where exceptional patient outcomes are the standard.