Nursing Home Cook

Premier Healthcare LLC; Village of Great Neck (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Highfield Gardens Care Center in Great Neck, NY is seeking a Nursing Home Cook to ensure high-quality meals that meet residents' nutritional needs. You will work within a supportive dietary team to deliver meals across shifts, including mornings.

The role requires prior experience as a commercial cook, the ability to work in a fast-paced setting, and a commitment to food safety and resident satisfaction. Shift options include 5:30am-1:30pm or 10am-6pm.

Qualifications

• Must have prior experience as a commercial cook.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks.
• Strong attention to food safety and sanitation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve high-quality meals to meet residents' dietary needs.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment, adhering to strict food safety standards.
• Collaborate with the dietary team to develop menus and plan meals for individual preferences.
• Assist with food ordering, inventory management, and budgeting.
• Provide exceptional customer service to residents, families, and staff.

Skills

Commercial cooking

Food safety

Menu planning

Team collaboration

Job description

Nursing Home Cook

Shift Availability: 5:30am-1:30pm OR 10am-6pm

About the Nursing Home Cook Role:

At Highfield Gardens Care Center, we are dedicated to providing the highest quality care with a commitment to service and assistance to each individual. Our sub-acute and long-term care facility in Great Neck, NY, offers a safe, comfortable environment for our patients to recover and thrive. As a Nursing Home Cook, you will play a vital role in ensuring the nutritional needs of our residents are met, and their culinary experience is exceptional.

Nursing Home Cook Responsibilities:

• Prepare and serve high-quality meals to meet the dietary needs of our residents

• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment, adhering to strict food safety standards

• Collaborate with our dietary team to develop menus and plan meals that cater to individual preferences and dietary requirements

• Assist with food ordering, inventory management, and budgeting

• Provide exceptional customer service to our residents, families, and staff

Requirements:

• Prior experience as a commercial cook is required

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks effectively