Cook

Encompass Health; San Angelo (TX); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans

Generous paid time off

Opportunities for tuition reimbursement

Company-matching 401(k)

Flexible spending and health savings accounts

Job summary

A leading rehabilitation provider is seeking a part-time Cook in San Angelo, Texas. The role involves preparing therapeutic and modified diets for patients while ensuring food safety and quality. Ideal candidates have experience in institutional cooking and hold a food handler's permit. Join a vibrant team dedicated to care and quality.

Qualifications

• Possession of a food handler's permit, if required.
• Training in food preparation for therapeutic diets.
• Recent institutional cooking experience is desirable.
• Familiarity with H.A.C.C.P. and food safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Apportion servings according to menu combinations.
• Follow menus, recipes, and oral instructions.
• Serve appropriate portion sizes based on the menu.
• Plan timing of food preparation for satisfaction.
• Ensure food taste, texture, and appearance are satisfactory.

Skills

Food preparation

Inventory management

Food safety standards

Ability to follow recipes

Education

Food handler's permit

Training in therapeutic diets

Job description

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Cook Career Opportunity

Are you passionate about creating culinary delights that leave a lasting impression? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for a cook who not only brings skill to the kitchen but also seeks a career close to home and close to heart. In this role, you'll be instrumental in preparing therapeutic and modified diets for patients.

A Glimpse into Our World

At Encompass Health, you'll experience the difference the moment you become a part of our team. Working with us means aligning with a rapidly growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader.

Starting Perks And Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families.
• Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
• Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuous education.
• Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• A vibrant community of individuals passionate about the work they do!

Responsibilities

• Apportion servings according to menu combinations or orders for patients.
• Follow menus, recipes, and oral instructions in the preparation of various foods.
• Serve appropriate portion sizes based on menu specifications.
• Plan timing of preparation of the food to ensure food satisfaction.
• Ensure satisfaction regarding taste, texture, temperature and appearance.

Qualifications

• Possession of a food handler's permit, if required by state or county regulations.
• Training in food preparation for therapeutic diets.
• Recent institutional cooking experience and/or exposure to special function cooking are desirable.
• Familiarity with all H.A.C.C.P. and food safety guidelines.
• Flexibility in working weekdays, weekends, evenings, or night shifts to meet deadlines is expected.

The Encompass Health Way

We proudly set the standard in care by leading with empathy, doing what's right, focusing on the positive, and standing stronger together. Encompass Health is a trusted leader in post-acute care with over 150 nationwide locations and a team of 36,000 exceptional individuals and growing!

We celebrate and welcome diversity in our inclusive culture. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, mental or physical disability, or any other protected classification.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Part-time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Hospitals and Health Care