Cook at Rehab Center: Create Nutritious Meals for Residents

The Plaza Health and Rehabilitation Center; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

STD Insurance

401K

Competitive Pay

Job summary

The Plaza Rehab is seeking a dedicated Cook to join our Gainesville facility. You will prepare meals for residents in line with menus, ensure proper temperatures and portioning, and support daily service with accuracy and efficiency.

We offer competitive pay, comprehensive insurance options (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD) and a 401K retirement plan. This is a full-time, on-site opportunity in a compassionate skilled-nursing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent related work experience.
• Minimum of one (1) year related experience in preparing foods in large quantities.
• Ability to communicate at all levels of organization and work well within a team environment in support of company objectives.
• Customer service oriented with the ability to work well under pressure.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy, excellent organizational skills with ability to prioritize, coordinate and simultaneously maintain multiple projects with high level of quality and productivity.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, take initiative and make independent decisions.
• Function independently, and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with employees and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook resident meals in quantities according to menu and number of people served.
• Prepare meals according to proper methods and cooking temperatures for best utilization and yield of meats and other foods.
• Consistently prepare meals on time so that serving schedules are met.
• Serve food according to dietary guidelines, checking each tray for completeness and accuracy.
• Monitor portion control guidelines for individual residents to prevent food waste.
• Prepare food for facility personnel, families, visitors, and for special occasions and events as directed by the Administrator.
• Prepare and serve food and meals in accordance with planned menus, diet plans, recipes, portion, and temperature control procedures and facility policies.
• Inspect special diet trays to ensure that the correct diet is served to the resident.
• Other special projects and duties, as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Customer service

Attention to detail

Communication

Ability to work under pressure

Independent decision making

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Plaza Rehab is seeking a dedicated Cook to join our Gainesville facility. You will prepare meals for residents in line with menus, ensure proper temperatures and portioning, and support daily service with accuracy and efficiency.

We offer competitive pay, comprehensive insurance options (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD) and a 401K retirement plan. This is a full-time, on-site opportunity in a compassionate skilled-nursing environment.