Cook
Wheaton Village Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Cook to join our Dietary team at Wheaton Village Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. As a Cook, you will play a vital role in preparing and cooking a wide variety of food for our customers, employees, and visitors. If you have a passion for cooking and providing exceptional customer service, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities:
Handles and prepares food in accordance with sanitary regulations
Prepares palatable and appetizing meals, as prescribed for customers by attending physicians
Meets required meal schedules
Takes necessary measures to avoid food waste
Properly cares for dietary equipment and production sheets
Follows menus and special diet instructions
Communicates freely with the Food Service Director
Cooperates with other dietary staff and center personnel
Puts customer service first, ensuring that customers and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere
Performs other duties as requested
Requirements:
High School diploma or equivalent
Ability to read, write, speak, and follow written and oral directions in the English language
Experience in institutional food handling is preferred
Active Approved ANSI accredited/Serv Safe certificate
Considerable knowledge of volume food production methods and techniques
Considerable knowledge of sanitation regulations and practices as applied to institutional kitchen and related areas
Ability to make simple arithmetical calculations
Ability to solve operational problems in the absence of the Food Service Manager and Assistant Food Service Manager
Some knowledge of dietetic principles
What We Offer:
Competitive wages
Opportunities for professional growth and development
A supportive and dynamic work environment
How to Apply:
If you are a motivated and experienced Cook looking for a new opportunity, please apply to this role by submitting your application. We look forward to hearing from you!