DIETARY AIDE COOK - PRN

Horizon HealthHorizon Health is a Critical Access, Rural Health Facility comprised of 25-inpatient beds located in Paris, IL & a multitude of outpatient clinic settings including Family Practice and Specialty Clinics in Paris and surrounding cities. We have been serving residents of Edgar County since 1968 though community education, emergency services, and outpatient care. As we continue to expand our services & locations, our community has grown far beyond Paris. Our rich history and strong community support pave the way for the future of healthcare as we serve you—our family, friends, and neighbors.Position Summary:Provide a variety of food preparation duties; cooking, cleaning, preparing cold foods, slicing meats, and preparing drinks plus any other duties assigned by Residence Director.Essential Functions (Responsibilities/Accountabilities):Provide quality food preparation to residents/families/guests. Essential Duties include baking cooking frying and other tasks associated in food preparation and serving. Prepare a variety of foods according to the resident's food preferences noting food allergies and dislikes. Follow designated and approved menus and recipes according to serving size and measurements. Prepare various foods for cooking or serving. Receive and store food supplies in refrigerators, freezer and other designated storage areas. Keep food preparation area clean along with minimal dirty dishes. Maintain the front and back outside sitting areas. Achieved by cleaning tables, sweeping porches and watering container plants, daily. Assist in maintaining a safe, neat, and clean environment; report environmental deficiencies to the Residence Director such as lighting or equipment problems. Completes records documentation information in keeping with department policies. Complete required monthly education.Assist memory care residents with needs while they are in the common areas.Other Duties- Perform tasks which are supportive in nature to the essential functions of the job, but which may be altered or redesigned depending upon individual circumstances. All other job duties as assigned by Resident Director.The responsibilities listed above are not all-inclusive; other activities may be required in support of the hospital's goals and objectives.Position Requirements:Supports the Mission, Goals and Organizational Philosophy of Horizon Health.Is knowledgeable of resident rights and ensures an atmosphere which allows for the privacy, dignity and well-being of all residents in a safe, secure environment.Interact with residents in a manner that displays warmth and promotes a caring environment.Confidentiality of all information, including resident, employee and operations.Quality Assurance and compliance with all regulatory requirements.Supports and participates in common teamwork.Cooperates and works together with all co-workers; plan and complete job duties with minimal supervisory direction, including appropriate judgment.Uses tactful, appropriate communications in sensitive and emotional situations.Follows up as appropriate with supervisor, co-workers or residents regarding reported complaints, problems and concerns.Promotes positive public relations with team members, residents, family members and guests.Completes requirements for in-service training, acceptable attendance, uniform and dress codes including personal hygiene, and other work duties as assigned.Pay Rate:Pay ranges from $15.250/hour to $20.979/hour (rate of pay is based on applicable years of experience)Horizon Health is committed to caring not only for our patients, but for our staff as well. We offer you an extensive total compensation and benefits package. As an employee of Horizon Health, your benefits include a competitive salary, medical, dental and vision insurance, Employee 403(b), health savings account with Company match, as well as Vacation, Sick and Paid Holidays.Intrigued? Don't wait, apply today. We are actively reviewing applicants for the Cook role. Be part of an organization that is dedicated to the growth and development of its colleagues. Here at Horizon Health, our employees speak for themselves. Join our family & begin an incredible career!