What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cook position at The McGuire Group Health Care Facilities?
Job Details
Description
Cook
Rate: $17.60- $20.13 (depending on experience)
Shift: Part-Time
Schedule: 11:00am - 7:00pm
Garden Gate Health Care Facility is looking to add a Cook to its team. In this role, you’ll prepare nutritious, high-quality meals that support resident health and satisfaction while helping maintain a safe and efficient kitchen environment. If you enjoy cooking and take pride in serving others, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Located in Cheektowaga, NY, Garden Gate Health Care Facility is proud to be part of The McGuire Group, a recognized leader in skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and long-term care services throughout New York State. Our team is dedicated to creating a welcoming environment where residents, families, and employees feel valued and supported. With a strong focus on compassion, teamwork, and resident-centered care, Garden Gate offers a rewarding opportunity to grow your career while making a meaningful difference in the lives of others every day.
Responsibilities
Description
Cook
Rate: $17.60- $20.13 (depending on experience)
Shift: Part-Time
Schedule: 11:00am - 7:00pm
Garden Gate Health Care Facility is looking to add a Cook to its team. In this role, you’ll prepare nutritious, high-quality meals that support resident health and satisfaction while helping maintain a safe and efficient kitchen environment. If you enjoy cooking and take pride in serving others, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Located in Cheektowaga, NY, Garden Gate Health Care Facility is proud to be part of The McGuire Group, a recognized leader in skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and long-term care services throughout New York State. Our team is dedicated to creating a welcoming environment where residents, families, and employees feel valued and supported. With a strong focus on compassion, teamwork, and resident-centered care, Garden Gate offers a rewarding opportunity to grow your career while making a meaningful difference in the lives of others every day.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and serve menu items according to production sheets, standardized recipes, therapeutic diets, and modified food consistencies
- Ensure proper food handling, portion control, storage, labeling, dating, and temperature monitoring in accordance with food safety regulations
- Assist with inventory management, stocking, and proper storage of food and supplies
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen while following infection control, sanitation, and safety procedures
- Prepare meals for special events and functions as needed
- Monitor kitchen equipment and report hazards, maintenance concerns, accidents, or incidents
- Provide guidance and oversight to Dietary Aides in the absence of supervisory staff
- Support quality improvement initiatives and maintain compliance with facility policies and procedures
- Minimum education requirement: High School Diploma or equivalent; Culinary School graduate preferred
- Minimum experience requirement: 6 months working in a kitchen
- Knowledge of therapeutic diets, modified food consistencies, portion control, and food safety practices preferred
- Familiarity with HACCP regulations and safe food handling procedures preferred
- Strong communication, teamwork, and customer service skills
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality standards
- Commitment to providing excellent service to residents, families, and staff
- Paid Time Off (PTO) for Full-Time and Part-Time
- Weekly or Same-Day Pay Options
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Retirement Saving Options
Salary : $18 - $20