DIETARY AIDE COOK

Horizon Health; Marshall (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Horizon Health in Paris, IL is seeking a Cook to provide a variety of food preparation duties for residents, families, and guests. Responsibilities include following menus, preparing diverse foods, and maintaining a clean kitchen and dining areas in a safe environment.

The role requires at least 1 year of food preparation experience; the facility emphasizes dignity, privacy, and well-being of residents, plus quality assurance and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• One or more years in food preparation experience, preferred.
• Is knowledgeable of resident rights and ensures an atmosphere which allows for the privacy, dignity and well-being of all residents in a safe, secure environment.
• Quality Assurance and compliance with all regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality food preparation to residents/families/guests.
• Follow designated and approved menus and recipes according to serving size and measurements.
• Prepare various foods for cooking or serving.
• Receive and store food supplies in refrigerators, freezer and other designated storage areas.
• Load dishes, glasses and silverware into the dishwasher.
• Maintain the front and back outside sitting areas.
• Assist in maintaining a safe, neat, and clean environment; report environmental deficiencies.

Skills

Food preparation

Job description

Horizon Healthis a Critical Access, Rural Health Facility comprised of 25-inpatient beds located in Paris, IL & a multitude of outpatient clinic settings including Family Practice and Specialty Clinics in Paris and surrounding cities. We have been serving residents of Edgar County since 1968 though community education, emergency services, and outpatient care. As we continue to expand our services & locations, our community has grown far beyond Paris. Our rich history and strong community support pave the way for the future of healthcare as we serve you—our family, friends, and neighbors.

Position Summary:

The Cook provides a variety of food preparation duties; cooking, cleaning, preparing cold foods, slicing meats, and preparing drinks plus any other duties assigned by Residential Director/Wellness Director.

Essential Functions (Responsibilities/Accountabilities):

Provide quality food preparation to residents/families/guests. Essential Duties include baking cooking frying and other tasks associated in food preparation and serving. Prepare a variety of foods according to the resident's food preferences noting food allergies and dislikes. Follow designated and approved menus and recipes according to serving size and measurements. Prepare various foods for cooking or serving. Receive and store food supplies in refrigerators, freezer and other designated storage areas. Keep food preparation area clean Load dishes, glasses and silverware into the dishwasher. Maintain the front and back outside sitting areas. Achieved by cleaning tables, sweeping porches and watering container plants, daily. Assist in maintaining a safe, neat, and clean environment; report environmental deficiencies to the Residence Director such as lighting or equipment problems. Completes records documentation information in keeping with department policies. Complete required monthly education.

The responsibilities listed above are not all-inclusive; other activities may be required ln support of the hospital's goals and objectives.

Position Requirements:

• One or more years in food preparation experience, preferred
• Supports the Mission, Goals and Organizational Philosophy of Willowbrook.
• Is knowledgeable of resident rights and ensures an atmosphere which allows for the privacy, dignity and well-being of all residents in a safe, secure environment.
• Interact with residents in a manner that displays warmth and promotes a caring environment.
• Confidentiality of all information, including resident, employee and operations.
• Quality Assurance and compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Supports and participates in common teamwork.

Pay Rate:

Pay ranges from $15.250/hour to $20.979/hour (rate of pay is based on applicable years of experience)

Horizon Health is committed to caring not only for our patients, but for our staff as well. We offer you an extensive total compensation and benefits package. As an employee of Horizon Health, your benefits include a competitive salary, medical, dental and vision insurance, Employee 403(b), health savings account with Company match, as well as Vacation, Sick and Paid Holidays.