Cook - Regency at Jackson

Ciena Healthcare; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a passionate Cook for Regency at Jackson, Mississippi. This role entails preparing nutritious meals that meet dietary needs and managing kitchen operations with a strong focus on teamwork and communication. Applicants should possess a high school diploma and one year of experience in a similar setting.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Life Insurance

401K with matching funds

Health insurance

AFLAC

Employee discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Daily Pay

Qualifications

• One year of experience as a cook or dietary aide preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook well-balanced meals per nutritional needs.
• Follow standardized recipes and manage food supplies efficiently.
• Supervise kitchen staff in food preparation and hygiene.

Skills

Compassion

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Regency at Jackson,

Do you enjoy preparing delicious meals? Are you compassionate and have a longing to serve individuals who may struggle with health and physical limitations? Would you like to foster your passion for the culinary arts?

If you are interested in joining a team that recognizes your dedication and passion for excellence in food and hospitality, consider joining our team of food professionals. At Regency at Jackson, a beautifully-crafted meal can put a smile on someone’s face and make their day.

At Ciena Healthcare, we take care of you too, with an attractive benefits package including:

• Competitive pay
• Life Insurance
• 401K with matching funds
• Health insurance
• AFLAC
• Employee discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Daily Pay
• You will join an experienced, hard-working team that values communication and strong teamwork abilities.
  
  
  

Responsibilities

A cook and dietary aide prepares delicious, nourishing, and well-balanced meals to meet the daily nutritional and special dietary needs of each guest. In addition, the cook:

• Follows standardized recipes.
• Prepares foods that correspond to the menu cycles developed by registered dietitians.
• Cooks or prepares appetizing, well-presented, and nutritionally-adequate meals in quantities that are served at the proper temperatures and within the appropriate time frames.
• Uses food supplies and equipment in an efficient and economic manner to prevent waste.
• Prepares and maintains food alternatives to accommodate guest choices and refusals of meals served.
• Supervises culinary staff with regard to food storage, food preparation, tray assembly, and cleaning.
• In the absence of the chef and/or dietary manager, the cook supervises the culinary center’s employees.
  
  
  

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• One year of experience as a cook or dietary aide in an institutional food service setting preferred
  
  
  

About Ciena Healthcare

Ciena Healthcare is Michigan’s largest provider of skilled nursing and rehabilitation care services.

We serve our residents with compassion, concern, and excellence, believing that every one of them is a unique person who deserves our best each day that we care for them. If you have a passion for improving the lives of those around you and working with others who feel the same way, Ciena is the place for you!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Nursing Homes and Residential Care Facilities

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