Full-Time Cook for Cedar Crest Post Acute

Live Well Healthcare Solutions; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company is seeking a Cook for its skilled nursing facility. The role involves preparing meals for residents with an emphasis on high-quality presentation and safety. The ideal candidate will be classically trained and experienced in fast-paced culinary environments, capable of managing a kitchen inventory alongside cooking responsibilities. This position is vital for maintaining the standard of care and service in the facility.

Qualifications

• Experience in high-volume culinary environments.
• Ability to manage inventory and purchasing.
• Capable of handling last-minute requests.

Responsibilities

• Cooking and preparing meals according to standardized recipes.
• Ensuring proper food presentation and garnishing.
• Maintaining cleanliness of the kitchen and equipment.
• Acting as a liaison for the Dietary Manager when necessary.

Skills

High-volume cooking

Food presentation

Inventory management

Recipe development

Education

Classically trained

Job description

Full-Time Cook for Cedar Crest Post Acute

Live Well Healthcare Solutions is seeking a Cook to work in a Skilled Nursing Facility. The position involves accurately and efficiently preparing meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, including food prep, plating, garnishing, and managing kitchen inventory. The ideal candidate should be classically trained, experienced in high-volume culinary environments, and capable of handling last-minute requests for special events.

Responsibilities include:

1. Cooking and preparing meals according to standardized recipes.
2. Ensuring proper food presentation and garnishing.
3. Acting as a liaison for the Dietary Manager in their absence.
4. Maintaining cleanliness of the kitchen and equipment.
5. Managing inventory and purchasing.
6. Developing and complying with recipes.
7. Handling last-minute requests for special events.

Position details:

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Hospitals and Healthcare

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