Cook (84365)

Southpark Meadows Nursing and Rehabilitation Center; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Southpark Meadows Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is seeking a Part Time Cook in Austin, TX to prepare resident meals according to diet specifications and facility procedures.

The role requires maintaining cleanliness, adhering to food handling standards, and supporting dietary regulations within a skilled nursing environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food preparation and sanitation.
• Knowledge of Universal Precautions and hazardous waste rules.
• Experience in skilled nursing facility preferred.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Food prep

Sanitation

Hygiene practices

Follow directions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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