Cook

Apploi; Wanaque (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401K retirement plan

Paid time off

Referral bonus

Service awards

Job summary

Phoenix Center for Rehabilitation & Pediatrics is seeking reliable Cooks to join our dietary team in Haskell, NJ. The primary responsibility is to assist in planning, organizing, and directing the operation of the Dietary Department to provide quality nutritional services safely and sanitarily.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO, referral bonuses, and service awards. Vaccination against Covid (including booster when eligible) and ServSafe certification are required.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, and speak English clearly.
• ServSafe certificate is required.
• Long term care experience preferred.
• Must be able to follow oral and written instructions.
• Must be able to taste and smell food to determine quality.
• Vaccination for Covid with booster if eligible.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, portion, and store foods in accordance with sanitary regulations and policies.
• Serve food according to menu, diet orders, and resident preferences.
• Distribute meals accurately and on time, check meal trays.
• Collaborate with the Food Service Director and implement changes as needed.
• Review menus and production sheets prior to preparation and service.
• Check and store incoming supplies; maintain stock levels.
• Follow Infection Control policies during daily tasks.
• Keep kitchen safe and sanitary; report shortages to FSD.

Skills

English proficiency

Taste and smell

Reading and following instructions

Fully vaccinated (COVID)

Education

ServSafe certificate

Job description

Phoenix Center for Rehabilitation & Pediatrics is a skilled nursing facility located in Haskell, NJ. We are currently looking for reliable Cooks to join our team.

The primary responsibility of the position is to assist in planning, organizing, and directing the operation of the Dietary Department to ensure that quality nutritionalservices are being provided in a safe and sanitary manner.

Benefits to working at the Phoenix Center:

• Competitive salary
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401K retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Referral bonus
• Service awards

Responsibilities as a Cook:

• Prepare, portion, and store foods in accordance with sanitary regulations and established policies and procedures
• Serve food in accordance with the established menu, diet orders, and resident preferences
• Serve meals accurately and on a timely basis and check meal trays prior to distribution
• Work with the Food Service Director and implement recommended changes as required
• Assist in reviewing menus and production sheets as needed prior to food preparation and service
• Assist in checking and storage of all incoming supplies
• Follow Infection Control policies when performing daily tasks
• Ensure that stock levels of staple/non-staple food, supplies, and equipment are maintained at adequate levels at all times. Report shortages to the FSD.
• Maintain the kitchen in a safe and sanitary manner

Requirements:

• Must be fully vacinated for Covid including one booster (if eligible for it)
• ServSafe certificate required
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English in an understandable manner
• Long term care facility experience preferred
• Must be able to follow oral and written instructions
• Must be able to taste and smell food to determine quality

The Phoenix Center provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment.