Cook

Job Description

Job Description

 

Cook

$2500.00 sign on bonus.  Access wages prior to payday!  $2.00 Evening & Weekend Shift Differential

The Cook prepares food in a safe and sanitary manner  in accordance with established federal, state and local dietary regulations, policies and procedures.

Job Functions and Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare meals for residents
• Supervise kitchen staff and food preparation and delivery operation
• Know and use portion control procedures when preparing and serving meals.
• Assist in daily or scheduled cleaning duties including work areas, tables, appliances, and floors
• Perform all daily tasks in accordance with established Standards Precautions and sanitary, safety and infection control policies and procedure
• Maintain resident’s confidentiality; treat residents with kindness, dignity, and respect.
• Know and comply with Residents’ Rights rules.
• Review and promptly report to Food Service Director all resident complaints and grievances.
• Dispose of food and waste in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Ensure proper storage of raw and leftover foods; obtain food supplies for next meals.
• Promptly report all hazardous conditions, equipment, accidents, and incidents to the food Service Director and/or the Administrator.
• Assist the community’s Food Service Director as necessary and implement recommended changes as required ensuring that all dietary procedures are followed in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Qualifications

·         Must be 18 years of age or older

·         Must read, write, speak and understand English.

·         Patience, friendliness, enthusiasm and positive attitude toward the elderly.

·         Must have upper body strength adequate to bend, lift, shift, move, and/or assist in moving articles of more than twenty-five pounds.

·         Must be able to squat, reach and stretch without distress. Must be able to tolerate extended periods walking, standing.

Benefits for Full Time employees

·         Health Insurance

·         Dental and Vision Insurance

·         Long/Short Term Disability

·         Life Insurance

·         Paid time Off

·         Competitive wages

·         Team building events

·         Great Company Culture and Employee Incentives

 

About Us

Crescent Manor is a 90 bed Nursing and Rehab facility located in Southern Vermont close to the New York and Massachusetts borders.  We are proud to offer top-quality skilled nursing care for short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care. We focus on maximizing patient recovery, comfort, and independence for the highest possible quality of life. From post-surgery and post-hospital rehabilitation to long-term care for a chronic illness, our highly skilled care teams provide compassionate attention and specialized care every step of the way.