Cook

ClearSky Health; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

401k matching

Student loan repayment

CEU opportunities

Health & wellness

Career development

Inclusive culture

Work-life balance

Employee recognition

Job summary

ClearSky Health in Lancaster, OH seeks a dedicated cook for our brand-new rehabilitation hospital. The role involves preparing meals per the menu, ensuring nutrition and safety, and supporting a patient-centered care environment.

The position requires a High School diploma or GED and at least 1 year of production experience in healthcare or commercial food service. Comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum education: High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 1 year production experience in healthcare or commercial food service.
• Knowledge of patient diets and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, season, and serve meals per the menu and schedule.
• Ensure meals meet dietary guidelines and tray accuracy.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitization of equipment.
• Follow local, state, and federal health regulations.
• Support safe food handling and infection prevention standards.

Skills

Food safety

Food handling

Sanitation

Meal preparation

Time management

Education

High School diploma or GED

Healthcare/food service experience (1 year)

Job description

Our hospital provides high-quality care that transforms the lives of those living with disabling injuries and illnesses. We distinguish ourselves through our commitment to excellence, to our patients, to our employees, and to the communities we serve.

Exciting news! We're thrilled to announce the grand opening of ClearSky Rehabilitation Hospital of Lancaster, coming October 2024!

Are you a dedicated and compassionate professional seeking a fulfilling career where you can make a real difference in people's lives? Look no further! Our brand-new, state-of-the-art rehabilitation hospital in Lancaster, OH is looking for a cook to join our dynamic and thriving healthcare organization committed to providing exceptional patient-centered care, and we want YOU to be a vital part of our team.

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation
• Comprehensive Benefits Package including Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401k Matching
• Student Loan Repayment and Tuition reimbursement
• Professional Development Opportunities to include CEU Opportunities
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Career Advancement
• Inclusive and Supportive Culture
• Work Life Balance
• Employee Recognition Program

Essential Functions

• Follows established schedules in cooking, baking, and sanitation.
• Properly prepares, cooks, seasons and serves adequate, attractive, nutritious, and balanced meals including meat, fish, fowl, vegetables, fruit, soups, salads, desserts, breads, and pastries as specified and scheduled by the menus.
• Serves food accordingly to dietary guidelines, checking each tray for accuracy and completeness.
• Cleans and sanitizes all food preparation equipment and ensures that it is kept in safe and operable condition.
• Follows procedures in food cooling, hot food holding, and prevention of cross contamination.
• Follows all local, state, and federal health regulations.
• Works continuously to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, reduce waste, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless service.
• Prepare meals according to specified menu and schedule with a minimum of waste.
• May be required to work during inclement weather and other staffing emergencies.
• Provides an environment conducive to safety for patients, visitors, and staff.
• Assesses the risks for safety and implements appropriate precautions.
• Complies with appropriate and approved safety and Infection Prevention standards.
• Maintains regular attendance in keeping with assigned work schedule.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support overall effectiveness of the organization.

Minimum Job Requirements

Minimum Education & Experience: High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred. 1 year production experience in a healthcare or commercial food serving operation.

Required Licenses, Certifications, and/or Documentation

Food Handlers Permit required. Must maintain acceptable driving record, current driver’s license, and insurability.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of patient diets and safe food handling requirements and use of Nutritional Care Manual. Ability to prepare multiple food items at one time using knowledge of food preparation, presentation methods, techniques, and quality standards Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide. Demonstrates critical thinking skills: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and complete complex tasks. Ability to maintain quality, infection prevention, and safety standards. Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality. Ability to work closely and professionally with others at all levels of the organization. Effective organizational and time management skills. Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Physical Requirements Over the Course of a Shift

Both gross and precise motor functions. Lifting/exerting of up to 50 lbs. Sufficient manual dexterity to operate equipment and computer keyboard. Close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Ability to hear overhead pages.

#INDLAN Authentic. Inspiring. Transformative.

ClearSky Health and our affiliated Hospitals provide high-quality care that transforms the lives of those living with disabling injuries and illnesses.

We distinguish ourselves through our commitment to excellence, to our patients, to our employees, and to the communities we serve.

We value our employees’ skills, talents, and input.

We believe in maintaining hospital environments where employees are: Valued Treated with dignity Respected Provided educational and training opportunities Recognized Rewarded