Nursing Home Cook South Shore Rehabilitation & Skilled Care Center - 2.4 Rockland, MA Job Details Full-time $21 an hour 5 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Dental insurance Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Opportunities for advancement Life insurance Qualifications Kitchen health and safety standards Maintaining an organized workspace Team leadership Safety regulations English Food safety sanitizing procedures Decision making Clean workspace maintenance Kitchen equipment maintenance Full Job Description South Shore Rehabilitation & Skilled Care Center in Rockland is hiring a full-time Cook! Shift is 11a-7p at $21 an hour, weekly pay. 32 hours a week. 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. One (1) year dietary experience in a hospital, skilled nursing care facility or other related medical facility preferred, but not necessary. We can train the right candidate!

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.

Benefits:

Competitive and Weekly Pay Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees Career Advancement Opportunities Exclusive Employer Discount Program Available for

Eligible Team Members:

Employer-Paid Life Insurance 401(k) with Employer Match Vacation and Personal Time Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals are encouraged to apply. Our facility follows federal and state guidelines regarding staff vaccinations. Our policy requires all staff to be up to date with COVID and flu vaccinations, or acknowledge a declination of the vaccination(s).