Cedar Haven Healthcare Center is looking for a full-time Prep Cook for dayshift. Cedar Haven is a large facility that offers 24/7 skilled nursing and rehabilitation services in beautiful Lebanon County. We Strive to offer the best and most compassionate care to our residents.

Prep Cook Position Summary
*Prepares and serves food including texture modified and therapeutic diets according to the facility menu.
* Prepares food in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations, in line with our established policies and procedures, and, as may be directed by the Dining *Services Director or Chef, to ensure that quality food service is provided at all times.
*Assists in assuring proper receiving, storage, preparation, serving, sanitation, and cleaning procedures are followed.
*Must be detail-oriented, well-groomed, act professionally and must be a team player who works well with others.
*Must assist dietary aides as necessary, and, directs other employees with approval and in the absence of the Dining Services Director.
*Strives to improve quality of life for our residents by preparing a healthy menu of enjoyable meals with excellence.

Cook Qualifications
* A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Specialized training in foodservice is desirable. May be required to successfully complete an approved sanitation and safety course.
* Ability to read, speak and understand English, follow directions and complete tasks.
* Ability to follow time schedules for meal preparation and serving.
* Maintains a neat, clean, well-groomed appearance.
* Dependable, with experience working in facilities utilizing quantity food production methods.
* General knowledge and understanding of nutrition.
* Ability to read and accurately apply requirements of food tray cards.
* Ability to maintain records and complete reports as required.
* Written and oral communication skills.
* Knowledge of quantity food production and serving techniques, food safety/sanitation requirements and procedures.
* Ability to interact positively with residents, team-members, and the public.

Additional Requirements:
* Must be able to lift/carry a maximum of 50 pounds, push/pull a maximum of 50 pounds, stand, sit, bend and walk for extended periods of time.
* Must be able to work around food and cleaning products.

Cedar Haven offers our dedicated employees a competitive benefits package, paid time off, paid life insurance, paid holidays and a various discounts. Apply today!