Full Time Day and Evening Cook

Holmes Lake Rehabilitation & Care Center; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick Time

401K

Benefits Available

Job summary

Holmes Lake Rehabilitation & Care Center in Lincoln, NE is seeking a part-time Cook to prepare nutritious meals for residents in a clinical kitchen environment. You will follow dietary guidelines, assist with special diets, and work with the dietary team to deliver quality meals.

The role requires experience in healthcare or institutional kitchens, strong food safety practices, and the ability to work collaboratively with residents and staff. Shifts include 6:30AM–2:30PM and 12:00PM–8:00PM.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent; culinary certification or degree in a relevant field preferred.
• Experience: Proven experience as a cook, preferably in a healthcare or institutional setting.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and move heavy objects, stand for extended periods, and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Communications: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; work collaboratively with a diverse team.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and transfer residents as needed, and to perform tasks that require physical stamina.

Responsibilities

• Meal Preparation: Prepare and cook a variety of meals according to planned menus and dietary guidelines.
• Menu Adherence: Follow standardized recipes and portion control procedures to ensure consistency and quality.
• Kitchen Safety: Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen in compliance with health regulations.
• Resident Needs: Adjust recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and preferences.
• Inventory Management: Assist in ordering and stocking food supplies; monitor inventory levels.
• Collaboration: Work with dietary staff and healthcare professionals to plan menus and address resident needs.
• Record Keeping: Maintain records of food temperatures, portion sizes, and dietary modifications as required.
• Training: Participate in ongoing training to stay current with food safety standards and trends.

Skills

Culinary skills

Healthcare kitchen experience

Dietary restrictions knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Holmes Lake Rehabilitation & Care Center -

Cook

Job Title: Cook

Location: Lincoln, NE

Department: Kitchen

Reports to: Dietary Manager

Position Type: Part Time

Shift Available: 6:30AM - 2:30PM Day, 12:00PM - 8:00PM.

Job Summary:

As a Cook, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the preparation and delivery of nutritious and delicious meals for our residents. You will work closely with the dietary team to follow dietary guidelines and accommodate special dietary needs, while maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment. Your contributions will enhance the overall well-being and satisfaction of our residents in our skilled nursing facility.

Work Environment:

This position operates in a clinical healthcare environment.

Responsibilities:

• Meal Preparation: Prepare and cook a variety of meals according to planned menus, dietary guidelines, and individual resident needs, including specialized diets (e.g., low sodium, diabetic, gluten-free).




• Menu Adherence: Follow standardized recipes and portion control procedures to ensure consistency and quality of meals.




• Kitchen Safety: Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen, including proper handling and storage of food items in compliance with health and safety regulations.




• Resident Needs: Adjust recipes and meal plans to accommodate residents’ dietary restrictions and preferences, while ensuring that all nutritional requirements are met.




• Inventory Management: Assist in ordering and stocking food supplies, ensuring that inventory levels are maintained and that all food items are stored properly.




• Collaboration: Work with dietary staff and other healthcare professionals to plan and review menus and to address any resident concerns or changes in dietary needs.




• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of food temperatures, portion sizes, and dietary modifications as required.




• Training: Participate in ongoing training and development opportunities to stay current with food safety standards, dietary trends, and best practices in food preparation.

Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent; culinary certification or degree in a relevant field preferred.




• Experience: Proven experience as a cook, preferably in a healthcare or institutional setting. Experience with special diets and dietary restrictions is a plus.




• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and move heavy objects, stand for extended periods, and work in a fast-paced environment.




• Communications: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team of healthcare professionals and build positive relationships with residents and their families.




• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and transfer residents as needed, and to perform tasks that require physical stamina and endurance.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.




• Ability to follow recipes and dietary guidelines accurately.




• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.




• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with residents and staff.

Benefits:

• Sick Time




• 401K




• Benefits Available