COOK (73193)

Regency Integrated Health Services, LLC; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading nursing facility in Laredo is seeking a Cook responsible for preparing resident meals and maintaining high sanitation standards. The role requires knowledge of food preparation methods and the ability to comply with dietary regulations. Preferred qualifications include a high school diploma and a Texas Food Handler Certificate.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in skilled nursing facility preferred.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions is essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensures resident meals are prepared per dietary specifications.
• Maintains sanitation of equipment and work areas.
• Follows proper food handling procedures.

Skills

Knowledge of food preparation

Sanitation and hygienic methods

Universal Precautions

Ability to follow directions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Texas Food Handler Certificate

Job description

Job Details

Job Location

Laredo South Nursing and Rehabilitation Center - Laredo, TX

Position Type

PRN

Description

Primary Responsibilities

The Cook ensures that the resident meals are properly prepared and apportioned according to the resident’s diet specifications, facility procedures, and prescribed dietary and sanitary regulations.

Essential Functions

• Prepared food items on assigned/scheduled menus
• Maintains sanitation of equipment and utensils, work area, storage, area, and serving area
• Follow proper food handling procedures
  
  

Qualifications

Educational/Training Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  
  

Licensing Requirements

• Texas Food Handler Certificate is preferred
  
  

Experience Requirements

• Knowledge of food preparation, sanitation, and hygienic methods
• Knowledge of Universal Precautions and rules that govern hazardous waste
• Previous experience in skilled nursing facility is preferred
• Ability to follow oral and written directions
  
  

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative but not necessary all inclusive, of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to effectively communicate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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