Cook

CommuniCare Health; Westminster, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

CommuniCare Health in Westminster, MD is seeking a cook to prepare and plate meals for residents, ensuring therapeutic diet orders are followed and sanitation standards are met. The role involves assisting with dining room service and special events, while maintaining inventory and accurate documentation.

The position requires a high school diploma (or GED), proven cooking experience in healthcare or LTC settings, ServSafe knowledge, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Proven cook experience, preferably in healthcare, long-term care, or assisted living.
• Knowledge of therapeutic diets, food safety, and sanitation (ServSafe).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Meal Preparation: cook and plate meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner, including special requests and modified diets.
• Quality & Standards: ensure meals meet taste, texture, temperature and appearance; sample food before serving.
• Food Safety & Sanitation: maintain a clean kitchen, clean equipment, and properly store and label food.
• Dietary Compliance: understand and implement resident diet orders and nutritional needs.
• Inventory & Supplies: monitor and report food/supply needs, assist with ordering, manage inventory.
• Documentation: accurately record food temperatures, meal production, and inventory.
• Dining Room Support: set up/take down dining areas, serve meals, deliver food to resident rooms.
• Special Events: help plan and prepare food for parties and facility events.
• Equipment Maintenance: monitor kitchen equipment and report issues.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ServSafe certification

Job description

Duties & Responsibilities

• Meal Preparation: Cook and plate meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, including special requests, substitutes, and therapeutic/modified diets (e.g., pureed, diabetic, low-sodium).

• Quality & Standards: Ensure food meets standards for taste, texture, temperature, and appearance; sample food before serving.

• Food Safety & Sanitation: Maintain a clean, organized kitchen, clean equipment, and properly store, rotate, and label food.

• Dietary Compliance: Work with dietary staff to understand and implement resident diet orders and nutritional needs, noting resident consumption.

• Inventory & Supplies: Monitor and report food/supply needs, assist with ordering, and manage inventory.

• Documentation: Accurately record food temperatures, meal production, and inventory.

• Dining Room Support: Assist with setting up/taking down dining areas, serving meals, and delivering food to resident rooms.

• Special Events: Help plan and prepare food for parties, holidays, and other facility events.

• Equipment Maintenance: Monitor kitchen equipment functionality and report issues immediately.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.

• Proven experience as a cook, preferably in healthcare, long-term care, or assisted living preferred.

• Knowledge of therapeutic diets, food safety, and sanitation (e.g., ServSafe certification).

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Working Conditions

• May involve standing for long periods, lifting, and working with hot equipment.

• Adherence to strict schedules and health regulations is required.

• kitchen environment.

Hours:

6:00am-2:30pm