Cook Supervisor

Apple Rehab Rocky Hill; Rocky Hill (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Scholarships

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Health insurance

Disability coverage

Call-a-Doc access

Employee assistance program

Life insurance

401K retirement plan

Longevity credit

Job summary

Apple Rehab Rocky Hill is seeking a Cook Supervisor to lead dietary staff and oversee meals for residents in a per diem role. You will supervise kitchen personnel, plan production, and coordinate with the Dietary Manager on purchasing and events.

The position emphasizes serving meals that meet residents' dietary requirements while maintaining quality, safety, and budget considerations in a hospital/long-term care setting.

Qualifications

• Serv Safe Manager certification is required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and unload stock.
• Proficiency in reading, writing and basic math.
• Attention to detail and ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Ability to supervise and instruct others.
• Previous hospital or long-term care experience preferred.
• Demonstrates cooperation and teamwork.
• Keeps residents, staff and families informed professionally.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and monitor dietary personnel, ensuring compliance with protocols.
• Prepare and serve meals tailored to residents' dietary requirements.
• Contribute to production planning, including forecasting needs and recipe development.
• Assist in procurement and proper storage of food and equipment.
• Ensure the dietary department delivers high-quality meals within budget.
• Operate kitchen equipment and adaptive tools for residents' needs.
• Respond to residents' requests with flexibility and timeliness.
• Collaborate with the Dietary Manager on facility-wide events.

Skills

Serv Safe Manager certification

Supervision experience

Inventory & purchasing

English literacy

Team collaboration

Healthcare environment

Job description

Join Our Caring Team at Apple Rehab Rocky Hill!

Are you passionate about providing exceptional care in a warm, family-oriented environment? Look no further! Apple Rehab Rocky Hill, a 100-bed skilled nursing center nestled near the Silas Deane Highway in Rocky Hill, CT, invites you to join our close-knit team.

Why Choose Apple Rehab Rocky Hill?

Our facility boasts spacious private and semi-private rooms designed to create a comfortable and homely atmosphere for our residents. With a team known for its longevity and commitment, we foster a family-like environment, organizing picnics and various engaging activities both indoors and in our scenic courtyard.

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

Schedule: 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:

• Must hold Serv Safe Manager certification
• 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

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.)