Therapeutic Diet Cook — Flexible Hospital Kitchen

Encompass Health Corporation; Bangor (ME); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans.

Generous paid time off.

Tuition reimbursement.

Company-matching 401(k).

Flexible spending and health savings accounts.

Job summary

Join Encompass Health Corporation as a Cook, where your culinary skills will help create therapeutic diets for patients. Enjoy a fulfilling career close to home with a company recognized for its inclusive culture and supportive environment.

You will be responsible for preparing and serving meals that meet patient needs, following strict food safety guidelines while gaining access to generous benefits like medical plans, paid time off, and educational reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Possession of a food handler's permit, if required by state or county regulations.
• Training in food preparation for therapeutic diets is necessary.
• Recent institutional cooking experience is desirable.
• Familiarity with H.A.C.C.P. and food safety guidelines is important.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Culinary skills

Food safety guidelines

Food handling

Therapeutic diet preparation

Flexibility

Education

Food handler's permit

Training in food preparation for therapeutic diets

Job description

Join Encompass Health Corporation as a Cook, where your culinary skills will help create therapeutic diets for patients. Enjoy a fulfilling career close to home with a company recognized for its inclusive culture and supportive environment.

You will be responsible for preparing and serving meals that meet patient needs, following strict food safety guidelines while gaining access to generous benefits like medical plans, paid time off, and educational reimbursement.