Cook Supervisor

Apple Rehab Inc; Torrington (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

401K Retirement

Job summary

Apple Rehab is seeking a part time Cook Supervisor at Wolcott Hall Nursing Center in Torrington, CT. The Cook Supervisor will oversee dietary staff, ensure meal preparation aligns with resident dietary needs, and assist in various kitchen tasks.

The ideal candidate should be detail-oriented, possess a Serv Safe Manager certification, and have prior experience in a healthcare setting. The position offers a range of employee benefits for those working 30 hours or more.

Qualifications

• Must hold Serv Safe Manager certification.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English.
• Previous experience in a hospital or long term care facility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and monitors dietary department personnel.
• Prepares and serves meals for residents.
• Helps plan and prepare for facility’s special events.

Skills

Supervision skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Education

Serv Safe Manager certification

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Wolcott Hall Nursing Center is a 58-bed skilled nursing facility located right off of Route 8 in Torrington, CT. Wolcott Hall maintains an excellent community reputation and a very family-like atmosphere. Because we are so small, it is easier to really get to know the residents and family members, as well as create working relationships. We would love to have you as part of our team!

Apple Rehabis a family owned and operated company that treats residents and staff like family too. Our expert team of senior management is located at our home office,right in Avon, CT, ensuring superior care from a local company. Our leadership is not across the country, but rather in your backyard.

Job Description:

Part Time

Cook Supervisor

Supervises and monitors other dietary department personnel as required. Ensures the department personnel follow established policies and procedures. The Cook Supervisor contributes to performance evaluations of subordinates with the Dietary Manager. Supervises dietary aide work assignments and is responsible for the department when the Dietary Manager is not available.

Prepares and serves meals for residents within the dietary needs according to the residents’ diet orders. Works with Dietary Manager to ensure that resident needs are met. Cook Supervisor assists with production planning by providing input to the Dietary Manager on such topics as forecasting needs and developing recipes. Assists with purchase and storage of food and equipment. The Cook Supervisor ensures that the dietary department produces an aesthetically pleasing, quality product within budgetary guidelines. The Cook Supervisor utilizes all kitchen equipment such as steamer, blender, electric slicers, food processor, grill and ovens and uses proper adaptive equipment for the special needs of residents. The Cook Supervisor must be able to respond to residents’ requests on short notice. Helps the Dietary manager plan and prepare for all facility’s 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.

Benefits:

Apple Rehab offers an attractive benefit package for employees of 30 hours or greater that may include the following:

• Scholarships and career growth opportunities

• 4 Weeks Paid Time Off

• 7 Paid Holidays

• Health Insurance Benefits

• Short Term & Long Term Disability

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

• Employee Assistance Program

• Life Insurance

• 401K Retirement Program

• Longevity Credit