PRN Cook — Nourish Patients with Therapeutic Diets

Center-At-Foresight; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

401k matching up to 4%

Medical, dental, vision, ancillary

Job summary

Center at Foresight in Grand Junction, CO is seeking a PRN cook to join our dietary team. You will prepare meals in accordance with planned menus, dietary specifications, and therapeutic diets, while maintaining a clean kitchen and serving residents punctually.

The ideal candidate has at least one year of dietary experience in a hospital or skilled nursing facility, can cook large quantities, and is flexible to work day, night, or weekend shifts. Benefits include generous PTO and 401k matching.

Qualifications

• One year dietary experience in a hospital, skilled nursing facility, or other related medical facility preferred.
• Must be able to cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
• Must be able to write, read, speak, and understand English.
• Must pass a drug screening and background check.
• Must be willing to work any shift - day, night, and/or weekend.

Responsibilities

• Review menus prior to preparation of food.
• Inspect special diet trays to assure the correct diet is served to the resident.
• Pass food trays.
• Wash dishes and keep the kitchen and dining areas clean.
• Stock supplies and coordinate dietary service with other departments as necessary.
• Prepare meals in accordance with planned menus, dietary specifications and for therapeutic diets.
• Prepare and serve meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance.
• Assist in serving meals as necessary, and on a timely basis.
• Serve food in accordance with established portion control procedures.
• Review care plans to assure that the resident's dietary needs are being met.

Skills

Large quantity cooking

English language

Shift flexibility

Drug screening pass

Job description

Center at Foresight in Grand Junction, CO is seeking a PRN cook to join our dietary team. You will prepare meals in accordance with planned menus, dietary specifications, and therapeutic diets, while maintaining a clean kitchen and serving residents punctually.

The ideal candidate has at least one year of dietary experience in a hospital or skilled nursing facility, can cook large quantities, and is flexible to work day, night, or weekend shifts. Benefits include generous PTO and 401k matching.