Nursing Home Cook

Pleasant Acres Nursing & Rehabilitation Center; York (York County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dynamic environment

Growth opportunities

Professional development

Job summary

Pleasant Acres Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in York, PA is seeking a dedicated Nursing Home Cook for full-time days or evenings. You will prepare and serve nutritious meals to residents in a fast-paced kitchen, following recipes and dietary guidelines with an emphasis on quality and taste.

Join a collaborative dietary team and contribute to meal planning, food safety, and inventory records while maintaining a clean, organized kitchen and delivering meals promptly to residents' satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a Nursing Home Cook or in a similar role preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow recipes and instructions.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull food carts and supplies (up to 50 pounds).

Responsibilities

• Preparing and cooking meals according to recipe and menu requirements
• Maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment
• Assisting with tray service and plating of meals
• Ensuring that all food is served promptly and to the residents' satisfaction
• Collaborating with dietary team to plan and prepare special diets and meals
• Maintaining accurate records of food preparation and inventory

Skills

Cooking

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Food safety

Job description

Pleasant Acres Nursing & Rehabilitation Center -

Nursing Home Cook

Full Time Days 530a-2p

Full Time Evenings 11a-730p

Join the dedicated team at Pleasant Acres Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, a leading provider of senior care in York, Pennsylvania. Our commitment to exceptional service and care has earned us a long-standing reputation for total excellence in senior care. As a Nursing Home Cook, you will play a vital role in providing delicious and nutritious meals to our residents, helping to promote their overall well-being and satisfaction.

About the Cook Role:

As a Nursing Home Cook, you will be responsible for preparing and serving meals to our residents in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Your attention to detail, culinary skills, and ability to work effectively in a team will ensure that every meal meets our high standards of quality and taste. Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and cooking meals according to recipe and menu requirements

• Maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment

• Assisting with tray service and plating of meals

• Ensuring that all food is served promptly and to the residents' satisfaction

• Collaborating with dietary team to plan and prepare special diets and meals

• Maintaining accurate records of food preparation and inventory

Cook Requirements:

• Prior experience as a Nursing Home Cook or in a similar role preferred

• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow recipes and instructions

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

• Ability to lift, push, and pull food carts and supplies (up to 50 pounds)

What We Offer:

• A dynamic and supportive work environment

• Opportunities for professional growth and development