Dietary Cook

Forward Healthcare Group; Pearland (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Thrive Rehab of Pearland is seeking a friendly Dietary Cook to provide personal fine dining for our dementia residents in a supportive assisted living setting.

As a member of a hospitality-oriented team, you will prepare daily meals, stock and clean kitchen areas, and ensure meals meet dietary and safety standards while offering compassionate, resident-focused service.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with 0–6 months related experience.
• Valid Food Handler's Permit or ability to obtain certification within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of basic food items.
• Stock, distribute and store supplies; wash dishes and utensils.
• Empty trash containers.
• Engages residents in meaningful conversation and activities.
• Confers with residents' medical team to ensure meals meet diet restrictions and nutritional requirements.
• Adheres to food sanitation and infection control procedures.
• Serves as backup Cook when Lead Cook is absent.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Food handling

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Thrive Rehab of Pearlandredefines transitional care as the first facilityof it's kind. We combine aprogressive model of healthcare withan atmosphere of hospitality and theamenities of a fine luxury resort, designedfor guests who require short-term medicaltherapy or treatment after a hospital stay.As a company local to Houston, we are seeking a candidate will a helpful attitude and friendly demeanor.

We are currently looking for Dietary Cook with excellent customer service - energetic, friendly and caring - to provide our guests with personal fine dining.

SUMMARY:

The Cook is responsible for assisting in preparing, and cooking daily meals for dementia residents within assisted living community, while meeting federal and state health department standards by performing the following duties.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• High School Diploma or equivalent and 0 to six months related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid Food Handler's Permit or ability to obtain certification within 30 days of hire.
• Available to work weekend coverage and available on-call as needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in the preparation of basic food items.
• Stock, distribute and store supplies; wash and clean pots, dishes and utensils by hand or using dish washing equipment.
• Empty trash containers as required.
• Engages residents in meaningful conversation and activities related to their individual interests.
• Confers with residents' medical team, dietary card, and nursing staff to ensure that meals conform to residents' diet restrictions and nutritional requirements as prescribed by physician.
• Adheres to all food sanitation and infection control procedures of proper food storage, handling, preparation, and service; equipment and department sanitation; and dietary regulatory guidelines for Alzheimer's assisted living communities, as required by federal and state health department standards and codes.
• Serves as backup, performing Cook duties and responsibilities in absence of the Lead Cook.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES:

• Ethics - Works with integrity; Upholds organizational values.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; results oriented and committed to achieving objectives and tasks as required.

• Teamwork and Collaboration - Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit. Communicates effectively.
• Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Works well in group problem solving situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Required to stand and walk regularly; occasionally sit; lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate,

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• High School Diploma or equivalent and 0 to six months related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid Food Handler's Permit or ability to obtain certification within 30 days of hire.
• Available to work weekend coverage and available on-call as needed.