Cook (84365)

Regency Integrated Health Services; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Regency Integrated Health Services is seeking a part-time cook for Southpark Meadows Nursing and Rehab Center in Austin, TX. The cook will prepare resident meals according to diet specifications and facility procedures, while maintaining sanitation and following prescribed dietary and sanitary regulations.

Essential duties include preparing food items on scheduled menus, and ensuring sanitation of equipment and work areas.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred).
• Texas Food Handler Certificate (preferred).
• Knowledge of food preparation, sanitation and hygienic methods.
• Knowledge of Universal Precautions and hazardous waste rules.
• Previous experience in a skilled nursing facility (preferred).
• Ability to follow oral and written directions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals on assigned menus and according to resident diets and specifications.
• Maintain sanitation of equipment, utensils, work area, storage, and serving areas.
• Follow proper food handling procedures.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation

Hygienic methods

Universal precautions

Nursing facility experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)

Texas Food Handler Certificate (preferred)

Job description

Job Details: Southpark Meadows Nursing and Rehab Center - Austin, TX 78748

Position Type: Part Time

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

• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)

Licensing Requirements

• Texas Food Handler Certificate (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 (preferred)
• Ability to follow oral and written directions

Physical Demands

• Lifting 1-25 lbs: Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently
• Lifting 25-50 lbs: Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently
• Lifting 50+ lbs: Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently
• Carrying 1-25 lbs: Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently
• Carrying 25-50 lbs: Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently
• Carrying 50+ lbs: Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently
• Pushing/Pulling 1-25 lbs: Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently
• Pushing/Pull 25-50 lbs: Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently
• Pushing/Pull 50+ lbs: Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently
• Sliding/Transferring 1-25 lbs: Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently
• Sliding/Transferring 25-50 lbs: Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently
• Sliding/Transferring 50+ lbs: Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently
• Standing: Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently
• Sitting: Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently
• Walking: Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently
• Speaking: Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently
• Driving: Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently
• Balancing/Climbing: Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently
• Stooping/Kneeling: Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently
• Crouching/Crawling: Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently
• Reaching: Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently
• Hearing/Listening: Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently
• Seeing: Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently
• Turning/Twisting/Leaning: Rarely, Occasionally, Frequently