Cook (86398)

Regency Integrated Health Services

Laredo (TX)

On-site

USD 26,000 - 36,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Regency Integrated Health Services is seeking a Cook for the Laredo South Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Laredo, TX. This full-time role focuses on preparing resident meals per diet and facility policies while maintaining sanitary conditions.

The position requires knowledge of food preparation and hygiene, with the Texas Food Handler Certificate preferred. HS diploma or equivalent preferred, with experience in skilled nursing facilities encouraged.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Knowledge of food preparation, sanitation, and hygienic methods.
Ability to follow oral and written directions.
Texas Food Handler Certificate is preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare and portion resident meals according to diet specifications and procedures.
Maintain sanitation of equipment, utensils, and work areas.
Follow proper food handling procedures.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation

Following directions

Hygienic methods

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Laredo South Nursing and Rehabilitation Center - Laredo, TX 78040
Position Type: Full 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

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.