PT Cook evenings and weekends

Beavercreek Post Acute; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

PACS Group in Dayton, OH is seeking a part-time cook to support our hospital/long-term care dining program. You will prepare and serve meals according to planned menus and resident diet orders, while following safety guidelines. The role requires dependability, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand for long periods, and good teamwork.

A High School diploma or equivalent is expected; ServSafe certification is required. Prior healthcare food service experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have or obtain ServSafe Certificate.
• Experience as a cook in hospital or long term care is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals according to planned menus and resident diet orders.
• Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen area.
• Assist with food prep, meal setup, and kitchen cleanup.
• Collaborate with dietary and nursing staff.
• Adhere to facility policies and procedures.

Skills

Reading recipes

Food safety

Teamwork

Communication

Physical endurance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ServSafe Certificate

Job description

Responsibilities include:Preparing and serving meals according to planned menus and resident diet ordersFollowing food safety and sanitation guidelinesMaintaining a clean and organized kitchen work areaAssisting with food prep, meal setup, and kitchen cleanupWorking closely with the dietary team and nursing staffFollowing facility policies and proceduresOther duties as assignedRequirements:Previous cooking experience preferredHealthcare, nursing home, or food service experience is a plusMust be dependable and able to work scheduled shiftsMust be able to lift up to 25 poundsMust have good communication and teamwork skillsMust be able to stand for extended periods of timeBenefits:Part-time scheduleWeekend availability may be requiredSupportive team environmentRewarding work serving residents in a nursing home settingQualificationEducation and/or ExperienceHigh school diploma or equivalent.Should have experience as a cook in a hospital or long term care facility for not less than one year.Language SkillsAbility to read technical procedures.Ability to read and follow recipes.Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees.Mathematical SkillsAbility to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.Reasoning AbilityAbility to solve practical problems.Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.Certificates, Licenses, RegistrationsMust obtain and maintain ServSafe Certificate.Knowledge and experience with PCC preferred.Must remain in good standing with the Department of Public Health.Physical DemandsThe essential functions of this position require the following physical abilities: Standing and /or walking very frequently. Sitting occasionally. Reaching with hands and arms frequently, pushing/pulling very frequently. Talking and /or hearing very frequently. Tasting and /or smelling very frequently. Lifting up to 50 pounds frequently. Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling occasionally. Close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception in vision: ability to adjust focus.Work EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.Additional InformationNote: Nothing in this job specification restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.