Healthcare Kitchen Cook — Menus, Diets & Timely Service

Liberty Health; Canton (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty Healthcare and Rehabilitation Services is seeking an experienced Cook to join our dietary team in a healthcare setting. You will follow planned menus, prepare meals for residents and staff, and ensure timely service and proper presentation.

The role requires 18+ years of age, a High School Diploma or equivalent, and ability to use kitchen equipment safely. Uniforms must be worn and safety policies followed.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older and have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must purchase and wear required uniform.
• Must be able to use equipment safely and efficiently.
• Must attend in-service training and other staff meetings.

Responsibilities

• Follows planned menus.
• Prepares food items for resident and staff meals, as well as special events.
• Plans cooking schedule to have food ready to serve on time.
• Prepares and cooks food according to tested recipes and established guidelines.
• Prepares desserts, pastries, breads, and salads.
• Carves meats in portions required.
• Prepares food for special diets.
• Serves food timely and attractively in proper utensils.
• Serves food either hot or cold as required.
• Prepares and covers trays for patients not coming to dining room, as needed.
• Take requests for extra servings of food or beverages.
• Clears and cleans tables in dining rooms when needed.
• Washes, rinses and sanitizes pots, pans and service ware.
• Keeps stove, sinks, cabinets, tables and equipment cleaned and sanitized.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation

Teamwork

Time management

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Liberty Healthcare and Rehabilitation Services is seeking an experienced Cook to join our dietary team in a healthcare setting. You will follow planned menus, prepare meals for residents and staff, and ensure timely service and proper presentation.

The role requires 18+ years of age, a High School Diploma or equivalent, and ability to use kitchen equipment safely. Uniforms must be worn and safety policies followed.