Cook - Helen Porter

The University of Vermont Health Network; Middlebury (VT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend differential pay

Job summary

The University of Vermont Health Network is seeking a Cook to prepare and implement seasonal cycle menus at Helen Porter Nursing and Rehabilitation. Under the Lead Cook and Nutrition Services Manager, you will ensure safety and sanitation, maintain quality standards, and support dietary requirements.

You will collaborate with the nutrition team and other staff to deliver consistent meals and adhere to regulatory diets.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 3 years experience in food service; cook experience strongly preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• ServSafe certification preferred.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and implement the established seasonal cycle menus.
• Ensure safety and sanitation of the kitchen.
• Maintain quality control and compliance with regulatory agencies and therapeutic diets.
• Collaborate with the Nutrition Services Manager, staff dietitian, support staff and other department team members.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ServSafe certification (preferred)

Job description

Please note this position requires working every weekend. There is a $2/hr differential paid on top of hourly rate of pay for weekend hours.

Job Description

The Cook is responsible for the preparation and implementation of the established seasonal cycle menus at Helen Porter Nursing and Rehabilitation. They are under the direct supervision of the Lead Cook and ultimately supervised by the Nutrition Services Manager. They are responsible for ensuring safety and sanitation of the kitchen, maintaining quality control standards and compliance with regulatory agencies and therapeutic diets. They are expected to work collaboratively with the Nutrition Services Manager, staff dietitian, support staff, and other department team members as required.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience

Minimum of three years experience in food service, experience as cook strongly preferred. Minimum 18 years of age. ServSafe certification preferred.

• Able to read, write and speak the English langue.
• Demonstrates ability to provide leadership and adapt to change.
• Mental and physical health sufficient to meet the demands of the position.
• Professional appearance.
• Satisfactory references.
• Able to follow standardized recipes.
• Prepare foods in compliance with diet orders.
• Able to correctly modify food textures and portion foods.
• Comply with requirements and standards established by regulatory agencies.
• Function as a team member.