PM Cook

Cook

Job Title: Cook 

Location: Woodmere, NY 

Department: Kitchen 

Reports to: Dietician/Dietary Manager 

Position Type: INSERT TYPE HERE 

Job Summary: 

Are you someone who enjoys preparing good food and takes pride in caring for others? We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated Cook to join our team in our cozy, 80-bed skilled nursing facility.

Nestled in the countryside, our facility has a warm, home-like feeling where residents, families, and staff know one another and genuinely care about each other. We believe that mealtimes are more than just serving food, they're an important part of our residents' comfort, health, and daily happiness.

In this role, you will work alongside our dietary team to prepare nutritious, flavorful meals that meet residents' dietary needs and preferences. You'll help create a positive dining experience while maintaining a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment.

Work Environment: 

This position operates in a Small home town Nursing Facility. 

Responsibilities: 

• Meal Preparation: Prepare and cook a variety of meals according to planned menus, dietary guidelines, and individual resident needs, including specialized diets (e.g., low sodium, diabetic, gluten-free). 

• Menu Adherence: Follow standardized recipes and portion control procedures to ensure consistency and quality of meals. 

• Kitchen Safety: Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen, including proper handling and storage of food items in compliance with health and safety regulations.

• Resident Needs: Adjust recipes and meal plans to accommodate residents’ dietary restrictions and preferences, while ensuring that all nutritional requirements are met. 

• Inventory Management: Assist in ordering and stocking food supplies, ensuring that inventory levels are maintained and that all food items are stored properly. 

• Collaboration: Work with dietary staff and other healthcare professionals to plan and review menus and to address any resident concerns or changes in dietary needs. 

• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of food temperatures, portion sizes, and dietary modifications as required. 

• Training: Participate in ongoing training and development opportunities to stay current with food safety standards, dietary trends, and best practices in food preparation. 

Qualifications: 

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent

• Experience: Would love someone with Nursing Home experience, but will train the right person.

• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and move heavy objects, stand for extended periods, and work in a fast-paced environment. 

• Communications:Warm and respectful communication skills, both verbal and written. Ability to work well with fellow team members, support a positive environment, and build caring relationships with residents and their families. A friendly, collaborative approach and a genuine desire to help others feel welcome and valued are important in this role.

• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and transfer residents as needed, and to perform tasks that require physical stamina and endurance. 

Skills: 

• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices. 

• Ability to follow recipes and dietary guidelines accurately. 

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills. 

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with residents and staff. 

Benefits: 

• Medical 

• Dental 

• Vision 

• 401K 

• PTO Plan