Weekend Cook: Seasonal Menus + $2/hr Differential

UVM Health Network- Porter Medical Center; Middlebury (VT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Helen Porter Nursing and Rehabilitation is seeking a cook to prepare and implement seasonal menus under supervision. You will ensure safety and sanitation, maintain quality, and comply with regulatory and therapeutic diet requirements. Collaboration with the nutrition services team is essential.

The role requires at least a high school diploma, 3+ years in food service, and ServSafe certification preferred. Weekend work with a $2/hr differential is included, and strong teamwork is expected.

Qualifications

• Read, write and speak English.
• Demonstrates leadership and adaptability.
• Good mental and physical health to meet job demands.
• Professional appearance.
• Satisfactory references.
• Able to follow standardized recipes.
• Prepare foods per diet orders.
• Able to modify textures and portions of foods.
• Comply with regulatory agency standards.
• Function effectively as a team member.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and implement established seasonal menus.
• Ensure kitchen safety and sanitation.
• Maintain quality control and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with nutrition services manager, staff dietitian and team.

Skills

English proficiency

Leadership

Adaptability

Team player

Diet modification

Follow recipes

Regulatory compliance

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Helen Porter Nursing and Rehabilitation is seeking a cook to prepare and implement seasonal menus under supervision. You will ensure safety and sanitation, maintain quality, and comply with regulatory and therapeutic diet requirements. Collaboration with the nutrition services team is essential.

The role requires at least a high school diploma, 3+ years in food service, and ServSafe certification preferred. Weekend work with a $2/hr differential is included, and strong teamwork is expected.