Dietary Cook

Hamlet Rehab; Town of Islip (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamletrehab is seeking a talented Dietary Cook to join our growing team in a resident-focused setting. The role involves preparing meals in line with federal, state, and local guidelines while adhering to our established policies and procedures.

We value individuals who demonstrate independence, tact, and a cheerful demeanor when working with residents and families. This position emphasizes safety and adherence to procedures, with equal opportunity employment. EOE.

Qualifications

• Must be able to make independent decisions when needed.
• Ability to interact tactfully with residents, families, staff, and visitors.
• Knowledge of elderly, ill and/or disabled populations.
• Patience, tact, cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm.
• Basic understanding of following step-by-step procedures.
• Follows and understands written and oral directions.
• Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food in accordance with federal, state, and local standards and our policies to ensure quality service.

Skills

Independent decision making

Interpersonal skills

Patience and empathy

Following procedures

Knowledge of elderly care

Job description

Dietary Cook

We are looking for a talented and hard-working Cook to join our ever-growing team.

JOB DUTIES:

To prepare food in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulation, with our established policies and procedures and as may be directed by the Food Services Director or designee, to assure quality food service is provided at all times

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess the ability to make independent decision when circumstances warrant such action.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, resident, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
• Knowledge of elderly, ill and/or disabled.
• Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.
• Basic understanding of following step by step procedures.
• Follows and understands written and oral directions.
• Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

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