Greenbush Manor Food Service Cook

Job Summary The cook prepares palatable, nutritionally sound meals consistent with department policies and procedures, and consistent with state and federal laws and regulations that meet the daily nutritional and special dietary needs of each patient or resident. The cook ensures that foods are prepared and served at the proper temperatures and times, and works efficiently to deliver food in appropriate amounts, types, consistency, and frequency to maintain acceptable body weight, nutritional values, and quality of life. This position also prepares food for public service areas including the cafeteria, medical staff, and catering. Location & Schedule Location: Greenbush, MN Shift: AM Cook (4:30am-1:00pm) or PM Cook (11:00am-7:30pm) Hours: 32 per week (0.8 FTE) Weekend: every other, Holidays: every other Pay: $18.62 - $24.21 per hour (dependent on experience, education, certification) Responsibilities Acting supervisor in the absence of food service supervisor and manager. Reviews menus, recipes, spreads, and production sheets to determine food to prepare. Plans cooking schedule to ensure that food will be ready at specified times. Prepares food in correct quantities using proper food preparation and techniques to preserve nutritive value and quality of foods. Ensures food is served safely and timely. Uses food thermometers to determine that foods are at the proper temperature for meal service (165 °F internal temperature) and records temperatures. Serves food according to spreadsheets, patient/resident requests, and menus. Provides support, documentation, and communication to ensure smooth operations in the Department. Maintains work areas to meet sanitation and safety standards. Maintains proper dress code including good personal hygiene. Qualifications 1 year institutional food service experience as a cook preferred. Great customer service and communication skills. Ability to work independently. Onsite training available. Benefits LifeCare Medical Center offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying employees, including health, dental, and life insurance; tuition assistance; a 403(b) retirement plan; and a generous time off package to help employees maintain a healthy work‑life balance. Equal Opportunity LifeCare Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). #J-18808-Ljbffr LifeCare Medical Center