Cook Supervisor

FutureCare; Clinton (MD); On-site; USD 26,174 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Excellent benefits package

Flex/Advance Pay

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Growth Ladder

401K matching

Job summary

FutureCare is seeking a Cook Supervisor to lead kitchen staff in the nutrition department, ensuring safe, nutritious meals that meet dietary requirements. The role emphasizes supervision, adherence to menus, and collaboration with other departments to support residents’ well-being.

The position requires prior supervisory experience, strong communication skills, and knowledge of food service sanitation. Competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package are offered by FutureCare.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• 2+ years of hospital/long term care nutrition services experience.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions, particularly recipes.
• Knowledge of food service sanitation and proper food handling practices.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to supervise a diverse group of staff: Dietary Aides and Porters.
• Basic understanding of modified diets.
• Basic math for recipe conversions.
• Guidance and direction to new employees.

Responsibilities

• Handle and prepare food in a sanitary manner.
• Prepare food which is palatable and appetizing in appearance.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Keep your work area clean and sanitize after food preparation.
• Follow written menus and recipes.
• Understand and prepare therapeutic diets.
• Make adjustments to menu substitutions when necessary.
• Monitor shortages and inform supervisor.
• Avoid food waste.
• Meet meal schedules and work with staff across departments.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

Food service sanitation

Mathematical skills

Dietary knowledge

Team leadership

Following recipes

Equipment knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

At FutureCare our Cook Supervisor is an integral part of the nutrition department who ensure our residents are receiving the proper care and nutrition to promote good health and well-being. The Cook Supervisor is responsible for overseeing kitchen staff members and provide safe, nutritious meals that meet dietary requirements.

Proud to be the only healthcare company in Baltimore to be named a “Top Workplace” for 14 years in a row and recognized in US Newsweek as “Best Nursing Homes”, FutureCare stands out as a leader in managing health care across a continuum of care. We are known for recognizing hard work and dedication and reward our team members for their compassion and care. We also offer a Competitive Salary, Excellent Benefits Package, Flex/Advance Pay, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, Career Growth Ladder, Employee Referral Bonus Program, Employee Assistance, and matching 401K Plan.

***Competitive Pay $19.00 - 21.00/hr***

Salary Disclosure Statement

The salary mentioned above reflects the potential base pay range for this role. Bonuses or other incentives (if applicable) are offered separately and paid pursuant to the relevant program schedule. All employment offers will consider such factors as overall experience, job-related qualifications, location, certifications/training, etc.

Responsibilities

• Handle and prepare food in a sanitary manner
• Prepare food which is palatable and appetizing in appearance
• Follow oral and written instructions
• Keep your work area clean and sanitize work area after food preparation
• Follow written menus and recipes
• Understand and be able to prepare therapeutic diets
• Make appropriate adjustments to menu substitutions when necessary
• Monitor shortages and excesses of food and supplies; informs immediate supervisor
• Highly responsible for avoiding food waste
• Assume responsibility for meeting meal schedules
• Work cooperatively with food service staff and other departments

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent
• 2+ years of previous experience a hospital/long term care nutrition services department required
• Previous supervisory experience is preferred
• Sufficient mathematical skills for the conversion of recipe quantities
• Ability to follow verbal and written instruction, particularly recipes
• Basic knowledge to properly utilize and clean production equipment
• Awareness of efficient and appropriate utilization of leftovers
• Knowledge of food service sanitation and proper food handling practices
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to provide supervision for a diverse group food service staff: Dietary Aides and Porters
• Basic understanding of modified diets
• Knowledge of general sanitation and proper food handling practices
• Ability to provide guidance and direction to new employees
• Ability to deal with people in a tactful, diplomatic and respectful manner

Equal Opportunity Employer

FutureCare has a longstanding policy of providing a work environment that respects the dignity and worth of each individual and is free from all forms of employment discrimination, including harassment, because of race, color, sex, gender, pregnancy, age, religion, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We actively promote equality of opportunity for all and welcome all applications.