COOKS

Priority Management; Cleburne (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Basic Life Insurance

Long Term Disability

Daily Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Ridgeview Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing seeks an experienced Cook to join the long-term care unit of our skilled nursing facility. We are part of Priority Management Group and value dedication and compassion in our care teams.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health, life, and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, daily pay, and paid time off. Responsibilities include preparing meals per menus and recipes, reviewing menus and census data, and ensuring food safety

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency preferred.
• Two years as cook in a large-scale cooking operation, preferred.
• One year’s work experience in long term care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares meal items according to planned menus and standardized recipes; refers to supervisor or dietitian the need for menu changes.
• Reviews menus, resident census information, production guides and pre-prep sheets to determine type and quantities of food to be prepared.
• Prepares food according to safe food handling guidelines by company policy and procedure and state and federal codes and regulations.
• Assists with food ordering, storage and preparation as designated by the supervisor; preps food in a timely manner to preserve quality.
• Maintains standards for food preparation and quality of food service; uses nutritionally equivalent substitutes when required; follows standardized recipes.
• Operates kitchen utensils and equipment; bakes, roasts, broils, and steams foods; prepares special function meals.
• Completes pre-preparation such as washing, peeling and cutting vegetables; slices meat and weights for menu compliance and nutrition accuracy.
• Prepares and serves food attractively using gravies, sauces and garnishes; tests and observes food by tasting for palatability.
• Monitors and records food temperatures prior to meal service.
• Makes menu changes under supervision; uses nutrition substitutes when required and refers to supervisor or dietitian for approval.
• Adheres to proper hand-washing techniques; Thaws foods appropriately; stores food with proper packaging and labeling; uses gloves as required; checks refrigerators and freezers temperatures.

Skills

Large-scale cooking experience

Long-term care cooking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Ridgeview Rehabilitation and Skilled NursingPriority Management GroupCookRidgeview Rehabilitation is looking for an experienced Cook to join the long-term care unit at our beautiful skilled nursing facility. Ridgeview Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing is committed to providing high quality services so that every resident receives the care and attention that they need. We also recognize that our services would not be possible without our valued Cooks.Our care teams are true caregivers. They serve patients with dedication and compassion and are the heart of our patients’ care and recovery. Whether providing direct care or operational support, Priority Management seeks people who share our commitment to providing excellent care to our patients and residents. Our patients are our passion and we invite you to join our team!BenefitsMedical, Dental, Vision InsuranceBasic Company Paid Life insuranceLong Term DisabilityVoluntary Life Insurance for the Employee, Employee Spouse and Employee ChildrenShort Term Disability, Cancer, Critical Illness, Accidental and Universal LifeDaily PayTuition ReimbursementPaid Time OffDuties and ResponsibilitiesPrepares meal items according to planned menus and standardized recipes; refers to supervisor or dietitian the need for menu changes.Reviews menus, resident census information, production guides and pre-prep sheets to determine type and quantities of food to be prepared.Prepares food according to safe food handling guidelines by company policy and procedure and state and federal codes and regulations.Assists with food ordering, storage and preparation as designated by the supervisor; Prepares food in a timely manner to preserve food quality and serve meals on time.Maintains standards for food preparation and quality of food service; uses nutritionally equivalent substitutes when required; Follows standardized recipes.Operates a variety of kitchen utensils and equipment such as blenders, mixer, food slicer, steamer, food processor, convention oven, range and tilt skillet; Bakes, roasts, broils, and steamed food items to prepare for consumptionPrepares consistency modified and diet foods appropriately; Prepares and assists with special function meals.Complete pre-preparation as needed or assigned including washing, peeling and cutting vegetables and fruits to prepare for use; Slices meat and measures or weights for menu compliance and nutrition accuracy.Prepares and serves food attractively using gravies, sauces and garnishes as on menu; Tests and observes food by tasting for palatability.Monitors and records food temperatures prior to meal service.Makes and records menu changes under the direction of the supervisor; Uses nutrition equivalent substitutes when required and refers to supervisor or registered dietitian for approval.Uses proper hand-washing techniques; Thaws foods appropriately; Stores food using correct packaging and labeling; Uses gloves appropriately and changes when required; Checks refrigerators and freezers for correct temperatures.Qualifications• High school diploma or equivalency preferred.• Two years as cook in a large-scale cooking operation, preferred.• One year’s work experience in long term care preferred.Priority Management Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable Federal, State or Local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.