Cook

Encompass Health Corporation; Toms River (NJ); On-site; USD 22,041 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) plan

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Encompass Health is seeking a Cook to prepare therapeutic and modified diets for patients, supporting healing and well-being in our kitchen.

You will apportion portions, follow menus and recipes, and plan the timing of food preparation to ensure timely service and patient satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Possession of a food handler's permit, if required by state or county regulations.
• Training in food preparation for therapeutic diets.
• Recent institutional cooking experience and/or exposure to special function cooking is desirable.
• Familiarity with HACCP and food safety guidelines.
• Flexibility in working weekdays, weekends, evenings, or night shifts to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Apportion servings according to menu combinations or orders for patients.
• Follow menus, recipes, and oral instructions in the preparation of foods.
• Serve appropriate portion sizes based on menu specifications.
• Plan the timing of food preparation to ensure timely service.
• Ensure satisfaction regarding taste, texture, temperature, and appearance.

Skills

Food handler's permit

Therapeutic diet preparation

Institutional cooking experience

HACCP & food safety guidelines

Flexible scheduling

Job description

Overview

Cook Career Opportunity

Recognized for your culinary skills. Are you passionate about creating culinary delights that leave a lasting impression? In this role, you\'ll be instrumental in preparing therapeutic and modified diets for patients and contributing to a kitchen that supports healing and well-being.

What you\'ll do

• Apportion servings according to menu combinations or orders for patients.
• Follow menus, recipes, and oral instructions in the preparation of various foods.
• Serve appropriate portion sizes based on menu specifications.
• Plan the timing of food preparation to ensure customer satisfaction and timely service.
• Ensure satisfaction regarding taste, texture, temperature, and appearance.

Qualifications

• Possession of a food handler\'s permit, if required by state or county regulations.
• Training in food preparation for therapeutic diets.
• Recent institutional cooking experience and/or exposure to special function cooking is desirable.
• Familiarity with all HACCP and food safety guidelines.
• Flexibility in working weekdays, weekends, evenings, or night shifts to meet deadlines is expected.

The Encompass Health Way

We proudly set the standard in care by leading with empathy, doing what\'s right, focusing on the positive, and standing stronger together. Encompass Health is a trusted leader in post-acute care with locations nationwide and a growing team.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families.
• Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
• Tuition reimbursement and opportunities for continuous education.
• Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.

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