Cook (86031)

Corpus Christi Nursing and Rehabilitation Center; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Corpus Christi Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Corpus Christi, TX is seeking a Full-Time Cook to prepare meals according to diet specifications and facility procedures, ensuring sanitary standards are met and resident needs are respected.

This role requires knowledge of food preparation, sanitation, and health code compliance. A Texas Food Handler certificate is preferred; prior skilled nursing facility experience is a plus; shift is flex.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (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

• Ensure resident meals are prepared and apportioned according to diet specifications, facility procedures, and dietary and sanitary regulations.
• Prepare food items for assigned and scheduled menus.
• Maintain sanitation of equipment, utensils, work area, storage, and serving area.
• Follow proper food handling procedures.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation

Hygienic methods

Follow directions

Education

High school diploma or equivalen t

Job description

Job Details:

Location: Corpus Christi Nursing and Rehabilitation Center – Corpus Christi, TX 78414

Position Type: Full Time

Shift: Flex

Primary Responsibilities

• Ensure resident meals are prepared and apportioned according to diet specifications, facility procedures, and dietary and sanitary regulations.
• Prepare food items for assigned and scheduled menus.
• Maintain sanitation of equipment, utensils, work area, storage, and serving area.
• Follow proper food handling procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (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.

Licensing Requirements

• Texas Food Handler Certificate (preferred).

Physical Demands

• Lifting 1–25 lbs – frequent.
• Lifting 25–50 lbs – frequent.
• Lifting 50+ lbs – frequent.
• Carrying 1–25 lbs – frequent.
• Carrying 25–50 lbs – frequent.
• Carrying 50+ lbs – frequent.
• Pushing/Pulling 1–25 lbs – frequent.
• Pushing/Pulling 25–50 lbs – frequent.
• Pushing/Pulling 50+ lbs – frequent.
• Sliding/Transferring 1–25 lbs – frequent.
• Sliding/Transferring 25–50 lbs – frequent.
• Sliding/Transferring 50+ lbs – frequent.
• Standing – frequent.
• Sitting – frequent.
• Walking – frequent.
• Speaking – frequent.
• Driving – frequent.
• Balancing/Climbing – frequent.
• Stooping/Kneeling – frequent.
• Crouching/Crawling – frequent.
• Reaching – frequent.
• Hearing/Listening – frequent.
• Seeing – frequent.
• Turning/Twisting/Leaning – frequent.

The physical demands described above are representative but not exhaustive. While performing the duties, the employee is regularly required to communicate effectively. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.