Cook, Healthcare

Millennial Healthcare; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Millennial Healthcare in Ocala, FL seeks a Cook to prepare and cook meals for residents according to menus and dietary guidelines. You will ensure on-time service, proper portions, and adherence to recipes and safety standards.

You will work in a team, communicate effectively, and provide quality meals for residents, staff, and visitors, including special events. Requires strong attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent related work experience.
• Minimum of one year related experience in preparing foods in large quantities.
• Ability to communicate at all levels of organization and work well within a team environment.
• 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

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Customer service

Initiative

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Cook

Located in Ocala, FL, we are a healthcare rehabilitation facility that is dedicated to helping our residents maximize their potential and live their lives to the fullest.

Responsibilities of the Cook:

• 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.

Requirements of the Cook:

• 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.