Nursing Home Cook

South Shore Rehabilitation & Skilled Care Center; Rockland (MA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Weekly pay

Employer-paid life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

South Shore Rehabilitation & Skilled Care Center in Rockland is seeking a per diem Cook to prepare food and maintain high quality service under the Director of Dining Services. The role may require one year of dietary experience, with training available for the right candidate.

Benefit from weekly pay and competitive compensation while contributing to patient and resident meals in a skilled care setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in food service.
• Ability to follow dietary orders.
• English language proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Follow therapeutic diets ordered by the physician.
• Ensure proper serving temperature of food.
• Maintain visual appeal of the food.
• Monitor nourishments and follow recipes.
• Ensure proper portion control.
• Adhere to sanitation and storage policies.

Job description

South Shore Rehabilitation & Skilled Care Center in Rockland is hiring per diem Cooks!

$21 an hour, weekly pay

As a Cook, the primary purpose of your position is to prepare food to assure that quality food service is provided at all times under the direction of our Director of Dining Services.

One (1) year dietary experience in a hospital, skilled nursing care facility or other related medical facility preferred, but not necessary. We can train the right candidate!

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Follow therapeutic diets ordered by the physician.
• Ensure the proper serving temperature of food.
• Maintain visual appeal of the food.
• Monitor daily nourishments, follow standardized recipes.
• Assure proper portion control.
• Adhere to sanitation and storage policy and procedure.
• Other duties assigned by the manager.

Specific Requirements:

• Must be able to cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
• Must be knowledgeable of dining service procedures as well as related laws, regulations and guidelines pertaining to hospital and nursing home operations.
• Must possess leadership ability and willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise professional and non-professional personnel.
• Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, the appearance of work areas, and perform regular inspections of food service areas for sanitation, order, safety and proper performance of assigned duties.
• Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level they are currently functioning.

Benefits:

• Competitive and Weekly Pay
• Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees
• Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Exclusive Employer Discount Program

Available for Eligible Team Members:

• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Vacation and Personal Time
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals are encouraged to apply. Our facility follows federal and state guidelines regarding staff vaccinations. Our policy requires all staff to be up to date with COVID and flu vaccinations, or acknowledge a declination of the vaccination(s).