Therapeutic Diet Cook Craft Meals that Heal

Encompass Health; Bangor (ME); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans

Generous paid time off

Opportunities for tuition reimbursement

Company-matching 401(k)

Flexible spending and health savings accounts

Job summary

Encompass Health in Bangor, Maine, is looking for a skilled cook to prepare therapeutic and modified diets for patients. This role supports a warm and caring environment, emphasizing the importance of culinary skills in healthcare.

Qualified candidates will possess a food handler's permit, have training in therapeutic diets, and be flexible with working hours. Join a vibrant community that values empathy and inclusivity while offering comprehensive benefits including medical plans, tuition reimbursement, and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• Possession of a food handler's permit, if required by state or county regulations.
• Training in food preparation for therapeutic diets.
• Recent institutional cooking experience and/or exposure to special function cooking are desirable.
• Familiarity with all H.A.C.C.P. and food safety guidelines.
• Flexibility in working weekdays, weekends, evenings, or night shifts to meet deadlines is expected.

Responsibilities

• Apportion servings according to menu combinations or orders for patients.
• Follow menus, recipes, and oral instructions in the preparation of various foods.
• Serve appropriate portion sizes based on menu specifications.
• Plan timing of preparation of the food to ensure food satisfaction.
• Ensure satisfaction regarding taste, texture, temperature and appearance.

Skills

Food preparation for therapeutic diets

Institutional cooking experience

H.A.C.C.P. guidelines familiarity

Flexibility in working hours

Education

Food handler's permit

Job description

Encompass Health in Bangor, Maine, is looking for a skilled cook to prepare therapeutic and modified diets for patients. This role supports a warm and caring environment, emphasizing the importance of culinary skills in healthcare.

Qualified candidates will possess a food handler's permit, have training in therapeutic diets, and be flexible with working hours. Join a vibrant community that values empathy and inclusivity while offering comprehensive benefits including medical plans, tuition reimbursement, and generous paid time off.