Dietary Cook - 2nd Shift

Magnolia Health Systems; Portland (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Tuition Assistance Programs

Student Loan Repayment Program

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

Magnolia Health Systems is seeking a dedicated Dietary Cook at Persimmon Ridge Rehabilitation Centre in Portland, Indiana. In this role, you will prepare and serve quality meals while adhering to safety and sanitation standards.

You will also ensure cleanliness in food storage and processing areas, review dietary changes, and assist in inventory management. This position offers benefits like health and dental insurance, vacation time, and career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Training and experience in food preparation and cooking desirable.
• Knowledge of proper cooking temperatures for meats and other foods.
• Ability to read, write, and follow directions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food according to planned menus.
• Maintain cleanliness in the department and food storage areas.
• Process diet changes and coordinate dietary services.
• Ensure menu and diet preferences are accurately followed.
• Assist in inventorying and storing food supplies.

Skills

Food preparation

Cooking methods

Sanitation and safety

Education

Elementary education

Job description

Job Description

Dietary Cooks are valuable members of our health care team who prepare food in accordance with current Federal, State, and local standards, the facility’s established policies and procedures, and as may be directed by the Director of Food Service and/or Assistant Director of Food Service, to ensure that quality food service is provided at all times.

Shift: 2nd Shift

About us

Persimmon Ridge Rehabilitation Centre is a skilled nursing facility located in Portland, Indiana. Persimmon Ridge Rehabilitation Centre is seeking compassionate Dietary Cooks to become a part of our team where our primary goal is to provide exceptional care for our residents.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food and meals in accordance with planned menus and established portion control procedures.
• Ensure that the department and all food storage areas are maintained in a clean and safe manner and that necessary equipment and supplies are properly maintained and arranged.
• Review and process diet changes and new diets as received from nursing services and coordinate dietary services with other departments as necessary.
• Review menus prior to preparation of food and inspect all trays to ensure completion and accuracy of menu and diet preferences.
• Assist in inventorying and storing incoming foods, supplies, and equipment.

About You

• Some training and experience in food preparation, cooking, estimating quantities of food needed, and in principles of sanitation and safety in handling food and equipment desirable.
• Must be knowledgeable of the proper methods and cooking temperatures for best utilization and yield of meats and other foods.
• Completion of elementary education or otherwise show ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions.

Benefits

• Health Insurance through United Healthcare
• Dental Insurance through HRI Dental
• Vision Insurance through EyeMed
• Supplemental Insurance:
  • Critical Illness
  • Accident
  • Disability Coverage
  • Hospital Indemnity
• Life Insurance through Cincinnati Life:
  • Builds cash value
  • Employee-owned policy
  • Family coverage, including grandchildren
• Paid Vacation
• Attendance Bonuses
• Weekend Bonuses
• Holiday Pay – starts immediately with no waiting period
• Tuition Assistance Programs
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Career Advancement Opportunities

Persimmon Ridge Rehabilitation Centre is an equal opportunity employer and gives employment and promotional consideration without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected class as defined by local, state, or federal law.