Cook

Encompass Health; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Company matching 401(k)

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Encompass Health in Worcester, MA is seeking a cook who can prepare therapeutic and modified diets for patients. This role combines cooking skills with a commitment to patient care in a hospital setting.

You will follow menus, portion meals, and coordinate timing to ensure satisfaction in taste, texture, and temperature. The position offers benefits and opportunities for growth within a national inpatient rehabilitation leader.

Qualifications

• Experience in preparing therapeutic diets.
• Familiarity with HACCP guidelines.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts including evenings/weekends.

Responsibilities

• Apportion servings according to patient menus.
• Follow menus, recipes, and oral instructions during food preparation.
• Serve appropriate portion sizes per menu specifications.
• Plan timing of food preparation to meet service needs.
• Ensure satisfaction with taste, texture, temperature and appearance.

Skills

Therapeutic diet prep

Food safety/HACCP

Portioning & menu following

Flexible shifts

Job description

Recognized For Your Culinary Skills

Are you passionate about creating culinary delights that leave a lasting impression? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for a cook who not only brings skill to the kitchen but also seeks a career close to home and close to heart. In this role, you'll be instrumental in preparing therapeutic and modified diets for patients. Join us in a culinary journey that goes beyond the kitchen and resonates with the warmth of helping others. If you're ready to infuse your love for cooking into a career that matters, your next chapter starts here. Welcome to a kitchen where your skills meet a sense of belonging.

A Glimpse into Our World

At Encompass Health, you'll experience the difference the moment you become a part of our team. Working with us means aligning with a rapidly growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. Our achievements include being named one of the "World's Most Admired Companies" and receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Award, among other accolades, which is nothing short of amazing.

Starting Perks And Benefits

At Encompass Health, we are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive, and caring environment where you can thrive.

From day one

• 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.
• Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuous education.
• Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• A vibrant community of individuals passionate about the work they do!

Become the Cook you always wanted to be

• 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 timing of preparation of the food to ensure food satisfaction.
• 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 are desirable.
• Familiarity with all H.A.C.C.P. and food safety guidelines.
• Flexibility in working weekdays, weekends, evenings, or night shifts to meet deadlines is expected.

We're eagerly looking forward to meeting you, and we genuinely mean that. Join us on this remarkable journey!