Cook Supervisor

Apple Rehab Uncasville; New London (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Scholarships

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Health insurance

Disability coverage

24/7 medical support

EAP

Life insurance

401K

Longevity credit

Job summary

Apple Rehab Uncasville is seeking a Cook Supervisor for a per diem role at Orchard Grove, a 130-bed facility offering STR, long-term care, and memory care services. You will lead dietary staff, ensure meal quality, and collaborate with the Dietary Manager on planning, purchasing, and events.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, preparing meals to meet dietary needs, budgeting, and ensuring compliance with policies.

Qualifications

• Eligible for company sponsored Serv Safe Certification after 90 days of employment.
• Must be able to unload and stock groceries, lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to read, write and understand English, perform simple math, measure and record data.
• Attention to detail, follow through and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to supervise and instruct others.
• Previous hospital or long-term care facility experience preferred.
• Demonstrates cooperation and teamwork; remains calm in stressful situations.
• Positive attitude toward residents and their support networks; professional communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise dietary personnel, ensuring policy adherence.
• Oversee assignments, contribute to evaluations, and act in manager's absence.
• Prepare and serve meals per residents' dietary needs; support planning, purchasing, and equipment management.
• Collaborate with Dietary Manager on production planning and events.
• Forecast needs and develop recipes; assist in procurement and storage of food and equipment.
• Ensure meals are visually appealing and within budget constraints.
• Operate kitchen equipment and adaptive tools for residents' needs.
• Respond to residents' requests with flexibility and responsiveness.

Skills

Team supervision

English literacy

Resident communication

Calm under pressure

Job description

Apple Rehab Uncasville -

Join Our Caring Team at Orchard Grove!

Are you passionate about providing exceptional care in a warm, family-oriented environment? Look no further! Nestled within a tranquil countryside community, Orchard Grove stands as a beacon of compassionate care—a 130-bed facility specializing in Short-Term Rehabilitation (STR), Long-Term Care, and an exclusive secured memory unit.

About Us:

As a family-owned and operated company, Apple Rehab prioritizes treating residents and staff like family. With our senior management based in our local Avon, CT office, we ensure superior care from a company deeply rooted in your community. Our leadership is not distant but right in your backyard, offering a supportive and collaborative environment.

Job Opportunity:

Cook Supervisor

Available Opportunities:

• Per diem

Responsibilities:

As a Cook Supervisor, you will lead and supervise dietary personnel, ensuring adherence to established policies and procedures. Collaborating closely with the Dietary Manager, you will oversee work assignments, contribute to performance evaluations, and assume responsibility for the department in the absence of the manager. Your role will involve the preparation and serving of meals in accordance with residents' dietary needs while actively participating in production planning, purchasing, and equipment management.

Key Duties:

• Supervise and monitor dietary personnel, ensuring compliance with protocols and guidelines.

• Prepare and serve meals tailored to residents' dietary requirements, in coordination with the Dietary Manager.

• Contribute insights to production planning, including forecasting needs and recipe development.

• Assist in the procurement and proper storage of food and equipment.

• Ensure the dietary department consistently delivers visually appealing, high-quality meals within budget constraints.

• Proficiently operate various kitchen equipment and adaptive tools for residents' specialized needs.

• Respond promptly to residents' requests and needs, demonstrating flexibility and responsiveness.

• Collaborate with the Dietary Manager in planning and executing facility-wide special events.

Qualifications:

• Eligible for company sponsored Serv Safe Certification after 90 days of employment.

• Must be able to unload and stock groceries on shelves of various heights as well as lift items up to 50 lbs.

• Ability to read, write and understand English, perform simple math calculations, measure and record data.

• Attention to detail, good follow through skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks.

• Ability to supervise and instruct others.

• Previous experience in a hospital or long term care facility preferred.

• Demonstrates cooperation in assisting others and ability to work as a team.

• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.

• Patience, tact, enthusiasm and a positive attitude toward the residents and their support networks

• Ability to communicate with residents, staff and family members in a professional manner.

Employee Benefits for 30+ Hours which may include the following:

• Scholarships and career development opportunities

• Generous 4 weeks of paid time off

• 7 paid holidays

• Health insurance benefits

• Short & long-term disability coverage

• Access to Call-a-Doc/24-7 MD telephone service

• Employee Assistance Program

• Life insurance coverage

• 401K retirement program

• Longevity credit for dedicated service

Join Our Compassionate Team! Embark on a fulfilling career where compassionate care meets professional growth.

Note: Benefits and requirements may vary based on employment status and hours worked. Inquire within for specific details.

(Apple Rehab is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.)