Dietary Cook — Create Nutritious, Comforting Meals

Alameda Center For Rehabilitation & Healthcare; Perth Amboy (NJ); On-site; USD 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401K

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off

Overtime Available

Same Day Pay

Job summary

Alameda Center For Rehabilitation & Healthcare is seeking a Dietary Cook to prepare and cook a wide variety of foods for residents, staff, and visitors. You will follow recipes, schedule meals, and supervise staff in the absence of higher-level management.

The role requires reading and following instructions, a high school diploma or equivalent, and preferred experience in institutional food handling. Overtime and benefits, including health insurance and PTO, are provided in a supportive team

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and follow written and oral instructions.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in institutional food handling is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handles and prepares food in accordance with sanitary regulations;
• Prepares palatable and appetizing meals, as prescribed for the residents by the attending physician;
• Meets required meal schedules;
• Takes necessary measures to avoid food waste;
• Properly cares for dietary equipment and production sheets;
• Follows menus and special diet instructions;
• Communicates freely with the Food Service Director;
• Cooperates with other food service staff and facility personnel;
• Ensures that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals’ needs and rights;
• Performs other duties as requested.

Skills

Food production knowledge

Sanitation regulations

Arithmetic calculations

Basic computer skills

TB skin test verification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Alameda Center For Rehabilitation & Healthcare is seeking a Dietary Cook to prepare and cook a wide variety of foods for residents, staff, and visitors. You will follow recipes, schedule meals, and supervise staff in the absence of higher-level management.

The role requires reading and following instructions, a high school diploma or equivalent, and preferred experience in institutional food handling. Overtime and benefits, including health insurance and PTO, are provided in a supportive team