Residential Facility Cook – Patient-Focused Kitchen

Horizon Corporations; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) and profit sharing

Student loan assistance

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition discount Capella University

Training and development

Team building and support

Diversity and Inclusion commitment

Job summary

Horizon in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Residential Facility Cook to prepare meals for patients in a hospital/long‑term care setting. You will follow a four‑week menu, ensure proper portions, and maintain a clean, safe kitchen in a fast‑paced environment.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent with 2+ years of cooking experience in clinical or hospital settings, or an Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts. Weekend and holiday availability is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with two or more years of cooking experience in hospital or clinical setting, long-term care setting, restaurant setting or similar facility (required).
• Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts may substitute for experience.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and maintain sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals for patients and prep items for later service
• Attend to appearance, quality, and proper portioning of all menu items
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment, keeping equipment in clean and proper working order
• Including but not limited to: dish washing, sweeping, mopping, cleaning tables, etc.
• Adhere to FDA, USDA, State, and County safe food handling procedures
• Maintain proper documentation of temperatures, meal counts, and production sheets
• Project a positive attitude and exemplary customer service when interacting with patients
• Clearly and effectively communicate with coworkers and patients
• Demonstrate the ability to work and adapt to change in a fast-paced environment
• Follow a four-week cycle menu and creatively assist in seasonal modifications

Skills

Cooking

Food safety

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts

Job description

Horizon in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Residential Facility Cook to prepare meals for patients in a hospital/long‑term care setting. You will follow a four‑week menu, ensure proper portions, and maintain a clean, safe kitchen in a fast‑paced environment.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent with 2+ years of cooking experience in clinical or hospital settings, or an Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts. Weekend and holiday availability is expected.