Food Service Culinarian

Chesapeake Health Partners; Pasadena (MD); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and PTO

Educational assistance

Comprehensive health coverage

Job summary

Hospice of the Chesapeake in Maryland is seeking a Food Service Culinarian to oversee meal preparation, follow regulatory and health standards, and support a positive dining environment for residents.

You will prepare meals from planned menus, maintain supplies, records, and kitchen cleanliness, and collaborate with staff to meet residents' culinary needs. This role emphasizes compassionate service and teamwork in a hospice setting.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in Food Service or related field.
• 1–3 years experience in healthcare, hospitality, or service environment preferred.
• Serv-Safe certification is required.
• Desire to serve and fulfill the culinary needs of seniors.
• Knowledge of cooking and food preparation.
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a patient-care environment with safety considerations.
• Commitment to providing excellent customer service.
• Proactive problem solving and friendly, helpful demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to planned menus.
• Ensure foods and supplies are available for next meals.
• Maintain state dietary records.
• Record the storage of incoming food and supplies.
• Maintain kitchenware and equipment.
• Respect residents' rights regulations.
• Attend meetings and training as required.
• Maintain a safe and sanitary environment and health inspections.
• Work as part of the team and assist others as needed.
• Participate in cleaning duties for kitchen, pantry and refrigeration.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Customer service

Problem solving

Team player

Education

Associates degree or equivalent in Food Service/Culinary Arts

Tools

Serv-Safe certification

Job description

Want to join our team? We are looking for a Food Service Culinarian to oversee and initiate duties related to food service. Meet all regulatory requirements, health standards, and maintain quality food service. Assist in maintaining a positive physical and social environment for the residents.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES, (Including but not limited to):

• Prepare meals according to planned menus
• Ensure all foods and supplies are readily available for next meals.
• Maintain state required dietary records

Maintain Supplies

• Record the storage of incoming food and supplies, as needed.
• Maintain kitchenware and equipment

Residents Rights Functions

• Ensure compliance and understanding of all regulations regarding patients rights at all times

Other Duties

• Attend meetings and/or training sessions as required and in accordance with state guidelines
• Maintain a safe and sanitary environment; ensure food service staff are following health inspection regulations
• Function as part of the team
• Participate in cleaning duties related to kitchen, pantry and refrigeration
• Assist coworkers/volunteers with other duties as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned

What We Offer:

• A rewarding and fulfilling career with a company that values your contributions
• Competitive salary and generous paid time off, including 18 vacation days, 10 sick days, and 8 paid holidays in your first year of employment with HOC.
• Educational assistance to pursue professional development, additional certifications and degree programs
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, company-paid Short Term Disability and Life Insurance, and available accident and critical illness coverage.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associates degree or equivalent combination of education and experience working with Food Service, Culinary Arts, or related field.
• 1 – 3 years experience in a healthcare, hospitality, or service environment preferred
• Serv-Safe certification is required
• Desire to interact with and fulfill the culinary needs of seniors
• Knowledge of cooking and preparing foods
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work in an environment conducive to caring for patients without posing a substantial safety or health threat to self or others
• Demonstrate commitment to providing excellent customer service to both internal and external customers.
• Proactive problem solving skills.
• Pleasant, friendly, and helpful at all times ensuring proper and timely service

REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds and move patients safely.
• Current Maryland drivers license and a clean driving record. Reliable transportation a must.
• Compliant with health screening and vaccination requirements of organization and position, including TB screening and Influenza vaccination annually.

At Hospice of the Chesapeake, we create meaningful experiences for those in the communities we serve who are experiencing serious advanced illness and loss. We believe truly meaningful experiences come from a partnership between highly skilled and compassionate professionals, our healthcare partners and the patient and family with a primary focus on living each day to the fullest extent possible. We develop care plans to minimize symptoms, articulate what matters most, and remember that each moment matters.

We are Your Hometown Hospice! Over the last 45 years, our team has cared for more than 50,000 hospice patients and nearly 100,000 family members.

To learn more please visit us at hospicechesapeake.org or find us on social media.

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