Cook Supervisor

Ledgecrest Health Care Center, is a 60 bed skilled nursing community located in Berlin CT. Easily accessible from Route 91 and 15, Ledgecrest Health Care Center has an excellent community reputation and historically strong census. Ledgecrest has been recognized as the best nursing home by the U.S. News and World Report, Short-Term Rehabilitation 2020-2021. We take pride in our familial environment, decades of staff longevity, and our commitment to quality care which sets us apart from our competitors. Apple Rehab is a family owned and operated company that treats residents and staff like family too. Our expert team of senior management is located at our home office,right in Avon, CT, ensuring superior care from a local company. Our leadership is not across the country, but rather in your backyard. Job Description: Per Diem Cook Supervisor Supervises and monitors other dietary department personnel as required. Ensures the department personnel follow established policies and procedures. The Cook Supervisor contributes to performance evaluations of subordinates with the Dietary Manager. Supervises dietary aide work assignments and is responsible for the department when the Dietary Manager is not available. Prepares and serves meals for residents within the dietary needs according to the residents’ diet orders. Works with Dietary Manager to ensure that resident needs are met. The Cook Supervisor assists with production planning by providing input to the Dietary Manager on such topics as forecasting needs and developing recipes. Assists with purchase and storage of food and equipment. The Cook Supervisor ensures that the dietary department produces an aesthetically pleasing, quality product within budgetary guidelines. The Cook Supervisor utilizes all kitchen equipment such as steamer, blender, electric slicers, food processor, grill and ovens and uses proper adaptive equipment for the special needs of residents. The Cook Supervisor must be able to respond to residents’ requests on short notice. Helps the Dietary manager plan and prepare for all facility’s special events Qualifications: Must hold Serv Safe Manager certification Must be able to unload and stock groceries on shelves of various heights as well as lift items up to 50 lbs. Ability to read, write and understand English, perform simple math calculations, measure and record data. Attention to detail, good follow through skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks. Ability to supervise and instruct others. Previous experience in a hospital or long term care facility preferred. Demonstrates cooperation in assisting others and ability to work as a team. Ability to remain calm in stressful situations. Patience, tact, enthusiasm and a positive attitude toward the residents and their support networks Ability to communicate with residents, staff and family members in a professional manner. Benefits: Apple Rehab offers an attractive benefit package for employees of 30 hours or greater that may include the following: Scholarships and career growth opportunities 4 Weeks Paid Time Off 7 Paid Holidays Health Insurance Benefits Short Term & Long Term Disability Call-a-Doc / 24-7 MD telephone service Employee Assistance Program Life Insurance 401K Retirement Program Longevity Credit #J-18808-Ljbffr Apple Rehab