Nursing Home Cook

We are hiring a Cook to join our dynamic care team at Berkshire Rehabilitation & Skilled Care Center in Sandisfield!

Shift is 6a-2p.

Working with our team and residents will give you purpose in your professional and personal life.

Here at Athena Health Care Systems, our employees are the heart of our organization, and we take immense pride in their dedication. We are committed to delivering high-quality care and customer service to our patients and their families, and we aspire to be the employer of choice. We strive to create a workplace where your skills and talents are nurtured to allow you to grow within the company.

As a Cook, the primary purpose of your position is to prepare food to assure that quality food service is provided at all times under the direction of our Director of Dining Services.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Follow therapeutic diets ordered by the physician.


• Ensure the proper serving temperature of food.


• Maintain visual appeal of the food.


• Monitor daily nourishments, follow standardized recipes.


• Assure proper portion control.


• Adhere to sanitation and storage policy and procedure.


• Other duties assigned by the manager.

Specific Requirements:

• Must be able to cook a variety of foods in large quantities.


• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.


• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.


• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.


• Must be knowledgeable of dining service procedures as well as related laws, regulations and guidelines pertaining to hospital and nursing home operations.


• Must possess leadership ability and willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise professional and non-professional personnel.


• Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, the appearance of work areas, and perform regular inspections of food service areas for sanitation, order, safety and proper performance of assigned duties.


• Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level they are currently functioning.

Athena’s Benefits:

• Competitive and Weekly Pay


• Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees


• Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees


• Career Advancement Opportunities


• Exclusive Employer Discount Program

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Athena Health Care Systems and its managed centers follow federal and state mandatory guidelines regarding staff vaccinations; our vaccination policy requires all newly hired staff, regardless of position or work location, to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless they receive an approved exemption from Athena, except where prohibited by state law.